How the advances in Artificial Intelligence throw new challenge to the international humanitarian law? Discuss in the light of recent technological advances in defence equipment due to artificial intelligence.

The dynamics of wars throughout history have been dependent on the power to wield new technologies. Artificial Intelligence has been shaped into highly sophisticated, autonomous and fast defence equipment over the years. Governments and private players are constantly developing newer ..

To what extent, the IPR policy of India is able to strike a balance between protection of interests of humanity in large, boosting innovation and upholding the Intellectual Property Rights? Critically discuss.

India’s IPR policy with a tagline Creative India: Innovative India is a vision document that aims to create and exploit synergies between all forms of intellectual property (IP), concerned statutes and agencies. The objectives of the policy include To increase public ..

Critically discuss the potential implications of so called "Robotic Process Automation (RPA)" upon jobs creation and jobs sustainability in services sector in India.

In recent years, RPA has gained popularity in service organizations. This tool allows software robots to replace computer activity traditionally performed by humans. Robotic Process Automation is the next big thing in the outsourcing industry. Some of the potential applications ..

Recently, Light and gravitational waves were detected from the same cosmic event for the first time. Discuss the significance of this discovery.

Gravitational detectors LIGO (US) and Virgo (Europe), some 70 observatories and telescope around the world (and space) were able to measure gravitational waves generated by the collision of two neutron stars.  Detection of gravitational waves and light originating from same ..

With increasing turbulence in global geopolitics, it is perceived that the wars in 21st century would be fought in Cyberweapons equipped with artificial intelligence. How realistic is this perception? Discuss the nature and threat of such weapons.

Cyberweapons are the malware agents which are used for military, paramilitary or intelligence purpose. This perception appears to be realistic and needs necessary action to attain the objectives. Nature of the Cyberweapons powered by Artificial intelligence is as follows: Automated ..

Despite the huge promise of satellite-based internet connectivity, it hasn’t gained traction on a significant commercial scale, especially in India. Discuss.

Satellite-based internet connectivity involves broadband connection and internet to users by connection from satellites. Benefits offered by Satellite-based internet: High bandwidth – Satellite-based connectivity can function at a peak bandwidth and doesn’t show delays during peak hours. Ability to reach ..

What do you understand by Breeder reactors? Why India's nuclear energy programme focuses on breeder reactors while most advanced countries give them less preference? Justify.

Nuclear reactors are system that contain and control sustained nuclear chain reactions. Reactors use elements as fuel which undergo fission to produce heat. These reactors are used for generating electricity, in submarines, producing medical isotope for cancer treatment and conducting ..

What role MSME could play and what are impediments to its role in Make in India – Defence? Examine suggesting policy steps.

MSME contribution in defence production is increasing due to liberalisation in defense sector. MSME can aid defence sector through MSMEs create value addition and bring innovation as they are ready to take risk. MSME can be the trusted partners of ..

How the extremely high length-to-diameter ratio of Carbon Nanotubes makes them special material? Assess their potential applications in public health sector.

Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs) are allotropes of carbon with a cylindrical nanostructure.  Carbon nanotubes have varied structures, differing in length, thickness, and number of layers. The characteristics of nanotubes can be different depending on how the graphene sheet has rolled up to form the tube. This ..

When DNA profiling is used wisely, it can bring major benefits to society. Discuss.

DNA profiling is a forensic technique which is used to identify a person using his DNA characteristics. The process involves analysing the gathered DNA material collected in order to create a profile of the person. Government is currently finalising DNA ..