Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology.
Q5. “Critical technologies are instruments of both economic growth and national security”. Examine this duality in the Indian context with special reference to quantum technologies and defence innovation. (15 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: NIE
Why the question
India is investing heavily in critical technologies like quantum and defence innovation, which simultaneously promise economic growth and strengthen security, making this a key contemporary issue.Key Demand of the question
The question requires examining how critical technologies serve as a dual instrument of economic development and national security, with specific focus on quantum technologies and defence innovation in India.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Define critical technologies as enablers of both prosperity and security, with a contemporary India-linked context.
Body
- Economic growth dimension – Explain how quantum and defence-tech drive investment, jobs, exports, and innovation.
- National security dimension – Explain their role in modernisation, cyber resilience, sovereignty, and deterrence.
Conclusion
Forward-looking line on how harnessing critical tech can make India a global leader by 2047.
