Indian agriculture needs to move towards GM food crops, in order to ensure the food security of the country. Critically examine in context of concerns raised towards introduction of GM crops.

Recently, Genetically Modified food crops drew attention, as Indian-origin food shipments in European Union were found to violate GM content percentage. Genetically modified food crops are those in which modifications are introduced in their genes to enhance certain qualities like ..

Topics: GS-III: Storage Transport and Marketing of Agricultural Produce Related Issues • GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology

India needs to move from being an assembler to a manufacturer of microchips. In this context, identify the associated challenges and opportunities.

The Microchips refer to small sized semiconductor chips which are increasingly being used in day-to-day gadgets, appliances, devices, control systems, etc. Rise of 5G, artificial Intelligence and internet of things has given significant push to microchip industry. In this context, ..

Topics: GS-III: Technology Missions • GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology

In light of the prominent instances of drone attacks by both state and non-state actors, assess the challenges and capabilities of India in dealing with such security threats.

Drones are remotely controlled, unmanned aircraft that are able to move over a defined trajectory, and comparatively difficult to track and intercept using radars. Instances of drone attacks are rising by both state and non-state actors: Reports reveal 50-60 thousand ..

Topics: GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology • GS-III: Role of External State and Non State Actors in Creating Challenges to Internal Security

Hydrogen-based energy production can play a key role in a clean, secure, and affordable energy future. In this context, identify the potential and opportunities for utilizing hydrogen-based technologies. What are the challenges that need to be addressed to fulfill the potential?

Hydrogen-based energy production makes use of hydrogen fuel cells by electrochemical reactions to generate heat & energy. Potential and opportunities for utilizing Hydrogen energy: Source of clean energy – Hydrogen emits no greenhouse gases, unlike other fuels like coal and ..

Topics: GS-III: Technology Missions • GS-III: Infrastructure Energy Sector • GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology

Despite the huge promise of satellite-based internet connectivity, it hasn’t gained traction on a significant commercial scale, especially in India. Discuss.

Satellite-based internet connectivity involves broadband connection and internet to users by connection from satellites. Benefits offered by Satellite-based internet: High bandwidth – Satellite-based connectivity can function at a peak bandwidth and doesn’t show delays during peak hours. Ability to reach ..

Topics: GS-III: Technology Missions • GS-III: Recent Developments in It Space Computers Robotics Nano Technology Bio Technology • GS-III: Achievements of Indians in Science Technology • GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology

Write a brief note on Carbon capture and storage. Mention its potential benefits and discuss the challenges that need to be addressed for its wide-scale deployment in India.

Carbon capture and storage is a new technology for Carbon mitigation. It not only allows to capture of carbon but also stores it in reserves, locking it for hundreds of years. It is very effective to achieve climate change mitigation. ..

Topics: GS-III: Indigenization of Technology and Developing New Technology • GS-III: Conservation Environmental Pollution Degradation