Question 3GS1GS1
The hallmark of post-independent India has been its remarkable strides in science and technology. To what extent did scientific development during this period put India on the path to modernity? (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks
Introduction
Post independence brought many challenges like migrant issue, food insecurity, less development led poverty etc. It was later bridged through scientific developments.
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Main Body
Scientific developments as path to modernity:
1Agricultural Revolution / Green Revolution in 1960s
High variety yield seeds, mechanization, fertilizers etc.
Food security and sufficiency
No more dependence on other country (Like US PL-480)
2Space capability:
Launching Aryabhatta in 1975
Then Rohini in 1980
Enhanced world stature among other countries
All later developed into making our own launchpad and launch vehicles (PSLV, RSM, GSLV etc)
Admitting into being the first to land on south pole (Chandrayaan-3)
3Nuclear capability for deterrence and security
Smiling Buddha, then Operation Pokharan in 1980s
Made India a part of nuclear owning countries
4Enhancing the communication strength
Remote sensing satellites, educational satellite etc
121 words6 paragraphs
Conclusion
However these developments are further justifying so to a new arena of industrial development 5.0
15 words
- Clear structure with main categories
- Specific examples with years (Aryabhatta 1975, Rohini 1980)
- Connected scientific development to practical outcomes like food security
Topper
Anjali Thakur
AIR 43
Subject & Paper
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Topic
Post-independence Consolidation
Generic
Scientific development and modernity
Writing Stats
158
Total words
6
Paragraphs
Academic and structured
Tone