Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, Nano-technology, biotechnology and issues relating to intellectual property rights.
5. Enumerate the major features of India’s space policy for the year 2023, and evaluate the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for the Indian space program. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: The Hindu , Insights on India
Why the question:
The article discusses India’s space policy for the year 2023, highlighting the goals and objectives of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the features of India’s space policy 2023 and opportunities and challenges it provides.
Directive word:
Evaluate – When you are asked to evaluate, you have to pass a sound judgement about the truth of the given statement in the question or the topic based on evidence. You must appraise the worth of the statement in question. There is scope for forming an opinion here.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by mentioning the aims and objectives of India’s space policy for the year 2023
Body:
First, write about the major features of India’s space policy for the year 2023 – Increased focus on developing indigenous technologies, Strengthening of partnerships with other countries, Expansion of commercial space activities etc.
Next, write about the opportunities it provides – new opportunities for private sector participation. development of spaceports, satellite manufacturing facilities etc.
Next, write about its limitations – funding constraints, limited talent pool, competition from other countries, and technology transfer restrictions etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
