Tag: Emerging Technologies.

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How do Virtual Reality systems create a sense of immersion and presence for users? Discuss their applications in education, healthcare and industrial training. Examine the challenges associated with their large-scale deployment.

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers Q5. How do Virtual Reality systems create a sense of immersion and presence for users? Discuss their applications in education, healthcare and industrial training. Examine the challenges associated with their large-scale deployment. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question The growing relevance of …

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Bring out the major challenges associated with the growing autonomy of AI agents. Evalute their implications for cybersecurity.

Topic: Challenges to internal security through communication networks, role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges Q5. Bring out the major challenges associated with the growing autonomy of AI agents. Evalute their implications for cybersecurity. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question The rapid emergence of autonomous AI agents …

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Punjab Becomes First State to Introduce Artificial Intelligence as Mainstream Subject

Subject: CME Context: Punjab has become the first Indian state to introduce Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a mainstream subject from Classes I to XII under the Sarbat.AI initiative. Artificial Intelligence as Mainstream Subject About Punjab Becomes First State to Introduce Artificial Intelligence as Mainstream Subject: What It Is? Punjab has launched Sarbat.AI, India's first statewide …

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Discuss how emerging technologies are reshaping the nature of global governance. What challenges does this pose to existing multilateral institutions?

Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate Q4. Discuss how emerging technologies are reshaping the nature of global governance. What challenges does this pose to existing multilateral institutions? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Difficult Reference: TH Why the question China’s launch of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO) in 2026 has highlighted …

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Discuss the major risks associated with frontier artificial intelligence systems. Examine the limitations of existing global approaches to managing these risks. Explain the principles that should guide an equitable regulatory framework.

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers Q5. Discuss the major risks associated with frontier artificial intelligence systems. Examine the limitations of existing global approaches to managing these risks. Explain the principles that should guide an equitable regulatory framework. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question The rapid advancement of …

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Evaluate the prospects of artificial intelligence as a driver of economic growth and productivity in India. Discuss the challenges associated with its sustainable and inclusive deployment. Suggest appropriate policy interventions.

Topic: changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Q5. Evaluate the prospects of artificial intelligence as a driver of economic growth and productivity in India. Discuss the challenges associated with its sustainable and inclusive deployment. Suggest appropriate policy interventions. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Artificial Intelligence is …

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What is network slicing in 5G technology? Discuss its potential applications in critical sectors such as healthcare, transportation and manufacturing.

Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT Q5. What is network slicing in 5G technology? Discuss its potential applications in critical sectors such as healthcare, transportation and manufacturing. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Difficult Reference: IE Why the question The rapid rollout of 5G technology is enabling advanced digital applications across sectors. Network slicing has emerged …

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“Great-power competition often constrains the strategic choices of middle powers.” Analyse the implications of U.S.-China rivalry for India’s foreign policy. Discuss the opportunities and limitations arising from it.

Topic: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests Q4. “Great-power competition often constrains the strategic choices of middle powers.” Analyse the implications of U.S.-China rivalry for India’s foreign policy. Discuss the opportunities and limitations arising from it. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question The intensifying …

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Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme

Source:  PIB Subject:  Government Scheme Context: The Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme is in news highlighting its tangible outcomes—56 student-designed chips fabricated, 75+ patents filed, and large-scale chip design training—showcasing India’s growing indigenous semiconductor design capability. About Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme: What it is? The Chips to Start-up (C2S) Programme is a national capacity-building …

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“Technological advancement has lowered entry barriers for internal security threats”. Analyse how emerging technologies are exploited by hostile actors. Assess India’s preparedness to counter them.

Topic: Internal Security Q6. “Technological advancement has lowered entry barriers for internal security threats”. Analyse how emerging technologies are exploited by hostile actors. Assess India’s preparedness to counter them. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Rapid advances in digital, unmanned and AI-based technologies have transformed the internal security environment by enabling …

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India–AI Impact Summit

Context: India has announced the India–AI Impact Summit 2026, scheduled for 19–20 February 2026 in New Delhi, making it the first-ever global AI summit hosted in the Global South. About India–AI Impact Summit: What it is? The India–AI Impact Summit is a high-level multilateral forum announced by the Prime Minister at the France AI Action …

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Centre imposes norms for AI-based cancer detection

Context: The Centre has brought AI-based cancer detection and diagnostic software under formal regulation, classifying them as Class C medical devices. About Centre imposes norms for AI-based cancer detection: What it is? The government, through the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), has mandated that AI-powered software used for cancer detection and diagnosis (via X-rays, …

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Bring out the scientific principles underlying nanotechnology. Evaluate its applications in the fields of energy, environment, and agriculture. Assess the potential health and ecological risks associated with nano-scale interventions.

Topic: Nano Technology Q6. Bring out the scientific principles underlying nanotechnology. Evaluate its applications in the fields of energy, environment, and agriculture. Assess the potential health and ecological risks associated with nano-scale interventions. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Easy Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Nanotechnology is shaping next-generation solutions in energy security, environmental sustainability, and agricultural …

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Discuss the role of 6G technology in shaping the future of connectivity. Examine the challenges India faces in leading 6G innovation. Propose strategies for fostering a robust 6G ecosystem in India.

Topic: Science and Technology Q6. Discuss the role of 6G technology in shaping the future of connectivity. Examine the challenges India faces in leading 6G innovation. Propose strategies for fostering a robust 6G ecosystem in India. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question: With India’s Bharat 6G Vision 2023 and global race …

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