Q.3 India has the potential to occupy the upper echelons of the global technology ladder if only it identifies its shortcomings and acts upon them urgently. In the context of this, examine the shortcomings and suggest a way forward. (10 Marks)

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6 responses to “Q.3 India has the potential to occupy the upper echelons of the global technology ladder if only it identifies its shortcomings and acts upon them urgently. In the context of this, examine the shortcomings and suggest a way forward. (10 Marks)”

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   December 22, 2021

   k.s.nandhini

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      January 19, 2022

      Staff @CD

      Nandhini

      Introduction is good.
      You have written quite elaborately. However, focus should be more on technology sector. Agriculture, health etc can be given a passing mention.
      Opportunities part is fine.
      In shortcomings mention low spending on R&D, lower ranking in innovation, PSUs not performing to the potential etc
      Way forward is fine, again tech part should be focused upon more. Other than improvement in above points, talk about need to ramp up electronics manufacturing etc
      Conclusion is good.
      Keep practicing. 🙂
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   December 23, 2021

   muskan garg

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      December 27, 2021

      muskan garg

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      January 1, 2022

      muskan garg

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      January 19, 2022

      Staff @CD

      Muskan

      Decent attempt.
      Intro is fine, can link it with current affairs by talking about appointment of Indians as head of tech giants in US.
      Shortcomings mentioned are good.
      In R&D you can mention low% of GDP spent. Also, lower rankings in innovation index, lesser number of patents etc can be mentioned.
      Low enrollment in STEM field, lack lustre skill development etc are also good points.
      Then, you can try and link it with social background (poor health outcomes, population engaged in agriculture).
      Other points mentioned by you are good.
      Steps taken part is good. Developments in electronics manufacturing, PLI scheme, innovation ecosystem etc can be mentioned.
      Conclusion is fine.
      Keep practicing. 🙂