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Medha AnandAIR 13

Question 7GS3GS1

Critical minerals influencing tech advancement

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Main Body

1Raw material in IR4.0 products - ex-semiconductor design fabs
2Ensure better properties - ex-semiconductor at room temperature used in
3Green push - used in solar cell panel
4Space exploration - material for fire proofing.

Important for national security,

1Ensures atmanirbharata
2New age weaponry requires their use in geopolitics ex-china
3Used as diplomacy - by delivering them can be found in seabeds => cooperation enhanced
4Ensures connected world.
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Conclusion

Thus, critical minerals are the next generation requirement whose use can ensure India becomes a Jagat Guru

17 words

  • Clear enumeration of advantages
  • Connects to national security and global positioning
  • Links critical minerals to India's self-reliance goal
  • Covers multiple sectors (tech, defense, diplomacy)

Topper

Medha Anand

AIR 13

Subject & Paper

GS3GS1

Topic

Resources and Development

Critical Minerals

Tech advancement and national security

Writing Stats

92

Total words

3

Paragraphs

Structured and analytical

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