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What was the primary objective of the program focused on literacy for adults aged 15-35?
What was the primary objective of the program focused on literacy for adults aged 15-35?
What significant achievement was recognized by UNESCO’s NOMA Literacy Prize in 1999?
What significant achievement was recognized by UNESCO’s NOMA Literacy Prize in 1999?
What impact did the restructuring of the marketing system have on oilseed production in India?
What impact did the restructuring of the marketing system have on oilseed production in India?
What was one of the key technological advancements in India's telecommunications sector?
What was one of the key technological advancements in India's telecommunications sector?
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How did the dairy production initiative affect India’s global standing in milk production?
How did the dairy production initiative affect India’s global standing in milk production?
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What was the primary purpose of the INSAT-1B satellite launched in 1983?
What was the primary purpose of the INSAT-1B satellite launched in 1983?
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Which satellite was part of India's first interplanetary mission?
Which satellite was part of India's first interplanetary mission?
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What was the significant achievement of the Chandrayaan-1 mission in 2008?
What was the significant achievement of the Chandrayaan-1 mission in 2008?
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What distinguishes the GSAT-1 satellite launched in 2001?
What distinguishes the GSAT-1 satellite launched in 2001?
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Which satellite was specifically designed for astronomical observations?
Which satellite was specifically designed for astronomical observations?
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What is the primary function of the IRNSS-1C satellite launched in 2014?
What is the primary function of the IRNSS-1C satellite launched in 2014?
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Which satellite, launched in 2017, was utilized for military and cartographic applications?
Which satellite, launched in 2017, was utilized for military and cartographic applications?
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Which satellite was part of the Indian Remote Sensing programme launched in 1993?
Which satellite was part of the Indian Remote Sensing programme launched in 1993?
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Which spacecraft successfully landed on Titan in 2005?
Which spacecraft successfully landed on Titan in 2005?
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What significant contribution did the Hubble Space Telescope make to astronomy?
What significant contribution did the Hubble Space Telescope make to astronomy?
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Which mission was designed as a planetary defense test?
Which mission was designed as a planetary defense test?
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What is the primary goal of the Parker Solar Probe?
What is the primary goal of the Parker Solar Probe?
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Who is the namesake of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory?
Who is the namesake of the Chandra X-Ray Observatory?
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Which mission is primarily focused on studying Mars and assessing its habitability?
Which mission is primarily focused on studying Mars and assessing its habitability?
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What major discovery did the Galileo spacecraft make about Europa?
What major discovery did the Galileo spacecraft make about Europa?
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What was the primary purpose of the IceBridge Mission?
What was the primary purpose of the IceBridge Mission?
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What was the primary aim of the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP)?
What was the primary aim of the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP)?
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Which missile was developed first under the IGMDP?
Which missile was developed first under the IGMDP?
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In which year did the Government of India approve the IGMDP?
In which year did the Government of India approve the IGMDP?
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Which missile system is characterized as a short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile?
Which missile system is characterized as a short-range surface-to-surface ballistic missile?
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What milestone did the DRDO announce on January 8, 2008?
What milestone did the DRDO announce on January 8, 2008?
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Which missile categorized as a medium-range ballistic missile has a range of 700-800 km?
Which missile categorized as a medium-range ballistic missile has a range of 700-800 km?
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What was the initial classification for the Agni missile during its early development?
What was the initial classification for the Agni missile during its early development?
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Which of the following statements about the Trishul missile is accurate?
Which of the following statements about the Trishul missile is accurate?
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What is the target goal for India's positioning in the global scientific arena by 2020?
What is the target goal for India's positioning in the global scientific arena by 2020?
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What is the ratio of private sector to public sector R&D investment in India at present?
What is the ratio of private sector to public sector R&D investment in India at present?
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Which initiative is mentioned as a Public Private Partnership for investing in innovative projects in India?
Which initiative is mentioned as a Public Private Partnership for investing in innovative projects in India?
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What key aspect does the National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy 2020 emphasize in response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
What key aspect does the National Science, Technology and Innovation Policy 2020 emphasize in response to the Covid-19 pandemic?
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What is one of the primary goals of the STIP regarding the recognition of performances in science and technology?
What is one of the primary goals of the STIP regarding the recognition of performances in science and technology?
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What percentage of the global investment in science, technology, and innovation did India's R&D investment account for as of 2009?
What percentage of the global investment in science, technology, and innovation did India's R&D investment account for as of 2009?
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Which approach aims to enable the conversion of R&D outputs into societal and commercial applications?
Which approach aims to enable the conversion of R&D outputs into societal and commercial applications?
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What type of innovations does the policy aim to seed through new mechanisms?
What type of innovations does the policy aim to seed through new mechanisms?
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Which missile is classified as a medium-range surface-to-air missile capable of multi-target engagement?
Which missile is classified as a medium-range surface-to-air missile capable of multi-target engagement?
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What is the primary propulsion type of the Agni V intercontinental ballistic missile?
What is the primary propulsion type of the Agni V intercontinental ballistic missile?
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Which missile is designed to counter low-level attacks with electronic counter-measures?
Which missile is designed to counter low-level attacks with electronic counter-measures?
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What capability distinguishes the Nirbhay missile among the missiles listed?
What capability distinguishes the Nirbhay missile among the missiles listed?
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Which missile has a range of more than 5,000 km and is capable of carrying nuclear warheads?
Which missile has a range of more than 5,000 km and is capable of carrying nuclear warheads?
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What unique feature does the HELINA missile possess?
What unique feature does the HELINA missile possess?
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What kind of missile is BrahMos and how is it characterized?
What kind of missile is BrahMos and how is it characterized?
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What technology is essential for the flight guidance of the Nag missile?
What technology is essential for the flight guidance of the Nag missile?
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Study Notes
National Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy 2020 (STIP 2020)
- Aims to position India among the top three scientific superpowers in the coming decade.
- Recognizes the importance of science and technology in addressing societal challenges, exemplified by the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Suggests a vision of science, technology, and innovation for the people.
- Sets a target of 2020 to be amongst top five global scientific powers.
Investment in Research & Development
- Global R&D investment in 2009 was $1.2 trillion.
- India's R&D investment is less than 2.5% of global investment and under 1% of GDP.
- A critical step is for private sector R&D investment to match that of the public sector (currently around 1:3 ratio).
- A National Science, Technology and Innovation Foundation will be a Public-Private Partnership for investing in innovative projects.
National Science and Technology Missions
- Communication Satellites: INSAT-1B (1983), SROSS Series (1987), INSAT-2E (1999), GSAT-1 (2001), GSAT-18 (2016), etc.
- Earth Observation Satellites: IRS-1E (1993), Cartosat-1 (2005), Cartosat-2 (2017), etc.
- Lunar Exploration: Chandrayaan-1 (2008), found water molecules on the moon.
- Mars Exploration: Mars Orbiter Mission (2013, Mangalyaan) - India's first interplanetary mission.
- Navigation Satellites: IRNSS-1C (2014)
- Space Observatory: Astrosat (2015)
Missions with Global Collaboration/Influence
- Cassini-Huygens (1997-2017): Joint NASA-ESA-ASI mission to Saturn and Titan.
- Chandra X-Ray Observatory (1999): NASA's project focusing on X-Ray Images.
- Curiosity (2011): Active NASA Mars exploration mission assessing Mars' habitability
- Double Asteroid Redirection Test (DART, 2021): NASA planetary defense mission, altering an asteroid's orbit.
- Galileo (1989-2003): NASA mission to study Jupiter and its moons.
- Hubble Space Telescope (1990): NASA project to determine age of the universe.
- IceBridge Mission (2009): Extensive aerial survey of Earth's polar ice sheets.
- International Space Station (1998): Multi-national effort in space construction.
- Parker Solar Probe (2018): NASA's mission to touch the Sun.
- CubeSats: Nanosatellites for standardized dimensions.
Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP)
- Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam initiated the IGMDP to enhance India's missile capabilities.
- The program, approved in 1983, aimed to develop five missile systems:
- Prithvi (Short-range Surface-to-Surface Ballistic Missile)
- Agni (Intermediate-range Surface-to-Surface Ballistic Missile)
- Trishul (Short-range Surface-to-Air Missile)
- Akash (Medium-range Surface-to-Air Missile)
- Nag (Third-generation Anti-Tank Missile)
Specific Missile Details
- Agni I, II, III, IV, V: Different variants of intermediate-range and intercontinental ballistic missiles with varying ranges and capabilities.
- Trishul: Short-range surface-to-air missile.
- Akash: Medium-range surface-to-air missile.
- Nag: Third-generation anti-tank missile.
- Prithvi: Short-range ballistic missile.
- BrahMos: Supersonic cruise missile (Joint venture with Russia)
- Nirbhay: Subsonic missile (Multi-platform launch capability)
Other Initiatives
- Literacy: Teach 80 million people (ages 15-35) to read and write.
- Oilseeds: Increase production by 18 million tons to reduce imports.
- Telecommunications: Improve service and accessibility, including in rural areas.
- Dairy: Increase production from 44 to 61 million metric tons per year and boost employment in the sector.
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Explore India's ambitious National Science, Technology, and Innovation Policy 2020 aimed at positioning the country as a leading scientific superpower. This quiz covers critical aspects such as investments in R&D, public-private partnerships, and national science missions, highlighting the importance of innovation in addressing societal challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic.