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Q.)In what way Science and technology can influence the methods of teaching, learning and enrich classroom processes in India.

Why this question:

An important part of GS paper III.

Key demand of the Question:

Ways in which use of science and technology can reform the learning process in Indian classrooms.

Introduction:

Give a brief introduction of the current system of classroom education that follows a traditional approach.

Body:

In the first part, explain the ways in which science and technology can be used in the learning process- online learning, Project-based activities incorporating technology, Game-based learning and assessment, etc.

In the next part, highlight the reforms that the use of S&T can bring in the education system and also outline the challenges in this process. Provide some statistics about digital penetration in India.

Conclusion:

Conclude with a way forward.

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Q.)The technological innovations in the healthcare industry are providing new ways to improve the quality of care delivered and improve the state of global healthcare. In the light of the above statement, elaborate on the role of technological innovations in the health care sector.

Why this Question: 

Healthcare and its policies have been in the news due to the pandemic.

Key demand of the Question:

Role that technological innovations can play in reforming the healthcare sector.

Directive:

Elaborate- To give in more detail, provide more information on.

Introduction:

Give a brief introduction about the healthcare policies in India and the traditional approach they follow.

Body:

In the first part, explain the ways in which technology can be used in the health sector.

In the next part, highlight the reforms that use of technology can bring in the healthcare sector and delivery of health services to the people.

Also, suggest measures that can be adopted by the government.

Conclusion:

Conclude with the need of reforming the health sector to achieve the goal of Health for All and Universal Health Coverage.

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Q.)Whenever global rankings of universities are announced, there is always a discussion about India’s poor performance. The overall culture of research is largely missing in Indian institutions. What are the reasons behind it and what should be the way out?

Why this Question:

Recently, the World University Rankings for 2021 have been announced.

Key demand of the Question:

Causes of the underdeveloped research culture in India and the measures needed to develop it.

Introduction:

Introduce the level of research in Indian Universities. Use some statistics like the level of GDP allocation for research and development.

Body:

In the first part, categorically explain the causes behind the low level of research in India- faulty education system, focus on rote learning of facts, little or no focus on aptitude, etc.

In the next part, mention some of the steps that have been taken by the government in this context and enlist the measures that should be adopted to further promote a research culture in India. 

Conclusion:

Conclude with the importance of research culture in the development of any country using examples of some other countries like US, China, etc.

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