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Science and Technology UPSC PYQ 2020

2 questions from the UPSC 2020 examination.

2 questions

1Mediummains10 marks
Science and Technology - developments and their applications and effects in everyday life; Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology; Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights

What do you understand by nanotechnology and how is it helping in health sector? <!--qid:MAINS_2020_GS-III_Q45-->

2Mediummains15 marks
Science and Technology - developments and their applications and effects in everyday life; Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology; Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, nano-technology, bio-technology and issues relating to intellectual property rights

COVID-19 pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation worldwide. However, technological advancements are being availed readily to win over the crisis. Give an account of how technology was sought to aid management of the pandemic. <!--qid:MAINS_2020_GS-III_Q55-->

Science and Technology — All Years|All Subjects