Topic: indigenization of technology and developing new technology.
6. Liberalisation of Drone Rules, 2021 marks a long overdue step towards ensuring growth in innovation & engineering and encouraging start-ups in a futuristic technology. Diligent implementation of safety, security and regulatory measures will be vital for its success. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: pib.gov.in , The Hindu
Why the question:
The central government has notified the Drone Rules 2021, a much more liberalised regime for unmanned aircraft systems than what existed previously.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the advantages of Liberalised Drone rules,2021 and how effective regulation is crucial for its success.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context of the new liberalised rules for drone operation.
Body:
First, write about the potential benefits that these new changes to the drone policy will bring. Commercial, Economical, Technological and Educational etc. You can use a bubble diagram to write about the potential applications of drones in India
Next, write about need to have a robust security and regulatory policy. Mention the threats and check that are needed to put in place for holistic growth of drone sector in India.
Conclusion:
Conclude further steps that are need so that India emerges as a global drone hub by 2030.
