5 questions from the UPSC 2024 examination.
5 questions
Describe the context and salient features of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. <!--qid:MAINS_2024_GS-III_Q10-->
Social media and encrypting messaging services pose a serious security challenge. What measures have been adopted at various levels to address the security implications of social media? Also suggest any other remedies to address the problem. <!--qid:MAINS_2024_GS-III_Q20-->
What is the present world scenario of intellectual property rights with respect to life materials? Although, India is second in the world to file patents, still only a few have been commercialized. Explain the reasons behind this less commercialization.
What is the technology being employed for electronic toll collection on highways? What are its advantages and limitations? What are the proposed changes that will make this process seamless? Would this transition carry any potential hazards?
What are asteroids? How real is the threat of them causing extinction of life? What strategies have been developed to prevent such a catastrophe?