Sunday, July 17, 2011

General Studies (Mains) – Science & Technology


Laser / Superconductivity / Natotechnology / Robotics

1.       What is ‘Superconductivity’? Give its uses and applications. (2004/15)
2.       Describe the importance of “Laser” in war and peace. (2004/15)
3.       Explain how Nanoscience and Nanotechnology have revolutionized modern
a.       Technology. (2006/30)
4.       Explain: Components of Robots. (2008/15)

Agriculture

1.       Discuss the role of modern technological inputs on agricultural development in India.
5.       How would it be helpful for food security during 21st century? (1999/40)
2.       What is water harvesting? Describe its relevance in the Indian context. (2000/15)
3.       What is vermi composing? Discuss its importance in the Indian context. (2001/15)
4.       Write short note on genetically modified seeds. (2005/2)
5.       Write brief note on Sappan. (2008//2)
Intellectual Property Rights

1.       What are Intellectual Property Rights? Why are Indian scientists concerned? About the new patent regimes? (1996/40)
2.       What are the fundamental constants and their use in the measurement system?(2002/15)
3.       Write brief note on Copyright and Trade-mark. (2008/2)

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