Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology.
6. What are Digital Public Goods? Throw light on the role played by Digital Public Goods in creating digital health solutions to bridge the gaps in healthcare delivery of the country. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
India is pioneering the concept of digital public goods that enhance the ease, transparency and speed with which individuals, markets and governments interact with each other.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the benefits and potential Digital Public Goods in improving the health care infrastructure.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining Digital Public Goods with examples.
Body:
First, further elaborate on the concept of Digital Public Goods and how India is pioneering with it.
Next, write about various benefits in order to develop health care solutions from Digital Public Goods. Cite examples to substantiate.
Next, suggest various impediments to realising the full potential of Digital Public Goods. Digital divide, digital literacy etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
