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Paper
GS-III
Question
Q14
Marks
10M
Word Limit
200W
Directive: Discuss
Present multiple viewpoints in detail before a balanced conclusion.
Structure (10 marks · about 200 words)
This sub-point (S&T developments, applications and effects in everyday life) has been asked 16 times since 2013
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Paper
GS Paper III: Economy, Science & Technology, Environment
Subject
Science & TechnologySubtopic
S&T developments, applications and effects in everyday life
Source
Official UPSC 2013 paper (verbatim)
Official UPSC syllabus: 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.
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This is a verbatim UPSC Mains 2013 GS-III question from the "Science & Technology" area of the official syllabus. It carries 10 marks with a 200-word limit.
For a 10-mark question with a 200-word limit, decode the directive verb first, then structure your answer with a crisp introduction, 2–3 substantiated body points, and a forward-looking conclusion within the limit.