Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology.
6. With changing the nature of wars, it’s time for the military to change into a future force while taking note of the rapidly changing technological landscape. Elaborate. (250 words)
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
The article highlights the Confluence technology and a whole-of-government approach that is needed to drive new strategies and tactics.
Key Demand of the question:
Account for the need of Military to acquire and adapt to the rapidly changing technological landscape.
Directive:
Elaborate – Give a detailed account as to how and why it occurred, or what is the particular context. You must be defining key terms where ever appropriate, and substantiate with relevant associated facts.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Explain the need to understand changing nature of wars first. Discuss how technology has been transforming the character of war.
Body:
Discuss the various factors that contribute to the changed nature of war in the current times such as – Blurred definitions, Based on political domination, use of cutting-edge technology, Decline of Westphalia terms etc.
Explain what the contribution of technology is and what needs to be done.
Breaking of civilian-military silos: Most important political trend affecting armed conflict in the 21st century will be in the relationship between civilians and those who fight on their behalf. Expediting speed of decision-making besides shedding legacy system (organized campaigns, orchestrated by domain led central staff1): To prepare for accelerated future wars, democracies need to master the ‘hybridised effect’ of warfare.
Conclusion:
Conclude with way forward.
