{"id":2063,"date":"2025-03-31T20:26:41","date_gmt":"2025-03-31T14:56:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2063"},"modified":"2025-10-28T13:19:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T07:49:04","slug":"science-and-technology-important-topics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/science-and-technology-important-topics\/","title":{"rendered":"Science and Technology Important Topics for UPSC Prelims 2025, Complete List of Topics"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/science-and-technology-important-topics\/#Science_and_Technology_Topics_for_UPSC_2025\" >Science and Technology Topics for UPSC 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/science-and-technology-important-topics\/#What_Are_the_Important_Topics_in_Science_and_Technology\" >What Are the Important Topics in Science and Technology?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/science-and-technology-important-topics\/#List_of_Science_and_Technology_Topics_for_UPSC\" >List of Science and Technology Topics for UPSC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/science-and-technology-important-topics\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><b>Science and Technology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have become a crucial part of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-syllabus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>UPSC Prelims syllabus<\/b><\/a><b>,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reflecting India\u2019s growth in areas like space technology, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence. Understanding these developments and their impact on public policy, national security, and sustainable development is essential for aspirants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying updated on <\/span><b>Science and Technology important topics for UPSC Prelims<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is key to scoring well in the exam. The section covers recent technological advancements, innovations, and applications in various fields. Below is a comprehensive list of science and technology topics for UPSC to help you in your preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Science_and_Technology_Topics_for_UPSC_2025\"><\/span><b>Science and Technology Topics for UPSC 2025<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below is a comprehensive list of science and technology topics for UPSC to help you in your preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Space Technology<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India has made significant progress in space exploration, with ISRO leading various successful missions. Key topics include:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Topic<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Examples<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ISRO Missions<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan, Gaganyaan<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Satellite Technology<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NAVIC, remote sensing, communication satellites<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Global Space Programs<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NASA, SpaceX, JAXA, ROSCOSMOS<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rocket Propulsion<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PSLV, GSLV, Cryogenic technology<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space Debris &amp; Mitigation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anti-Satellite Missile Test (ASAT), space junk removal techniques<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space Collaborations<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India\u2019s partnerships with NASA, ESA, private space firms<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/geography-questions-in-upsc-prelims\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Geography Questions in UPSC Prelims<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3><b>2. Biotechnology<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Biotechnology plays a vital role in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. Key topics include:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Topic<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Examples<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetic Engineering<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CRISPR, GMOs<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical Biotechnology<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccines, gene therapy, CAR-T cell therapy<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Agricultural Biotechnology<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bio-fertilizers, pest-resistant crops<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental Biotechnology<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bioremediation, biodegradable plastics<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Health and Medicine<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI in healthcare, telemedicine, personalized medicine<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>3. Artificial Intelligence and Robotics<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI and robotics are transforming industries worldwide. Key areas to focus on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI applications in governance, healthcare, and defense<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ethics and future prospects of AI<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial and agricultural robotics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI in cybersecurity and automation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>4. Information and Communication Technology (ICT)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital advancements are shaping governance and security. Key topics include:<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Topic<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Examples<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cybersecurity<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cyber threats, data protection laws<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Digital India Initiatives<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aadhaar, UPI, Digital Payments<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5G &amp; 6G Technologies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Internet of Things (IoT), smart cities<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supercomputers<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PARAM, Pratyush<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blockchain Technology<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cryptocurrencies, secure transactions<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>5. Energy Resources and Environmental Technology<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With India&#8217;s commitment to sustainable energy, understanding advancements in this field is crucial.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Topic<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Examples<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renewable Energy<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Solar, wind, hydroelectric power<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nuclear Energy<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thorium-based reactors, nuclear treaties<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Climate Change Mitigation<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbon capture, sustainable development goals<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emerging Technologies<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quantum computing, 3D printing<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>6. Government Schemes &amp; Policies<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding national initiatives and their impact on science and technology is essential.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Supercomputing Mission<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PM eVIDYA<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genome India Project<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">India\u2019s S&amp;T policies<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2065\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Sci-Tech.jpg?resize=300%2C295&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Sci-Tech.jpg?resize=300%2C295&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Sci-Tech.jpg?w=574&amp;ssl=1 574w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5580 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/qep-pocket-notes-2.0\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5580 msDefaultImage\" title=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Important_Topics_in_Science_and_Technology\"><\/span><b>What Are the Important Topics in Science and Technology?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To succeed in UPSC Prelims, aspirants should focus on both static and current science and technology topics. Additional key areas include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nanotechnology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Nano-materials, applications in medicine and defense<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cybersecurity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Data protection laws, ethical hacking, and digital privacy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Environmental Science<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Sustainable practices, pollution control technologies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Intellectual Property Rights<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Patents, copyrights, technology transfer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ethical and Societal Impacts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 AI bias, genetic engineering ethics, data privacy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_Science_and_Technology_Topics_for_UPSC\"><\/span><b>List of Science and Technology Topics for UPSC<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a summarized list of essential science and technology topics for UPSC:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Space Technology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 ISRO missions, satellite navigation, space treaties, space collaborations<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Biotechnology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 CRISPR, genome sequencing, GM crops, AI in healthcare, medical advancements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Artificial Intelligence &amp; Robotics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 AI governance, machine learning, ethical concerns, automation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nanotechnology<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Nano-materials, applications in medicine and defense<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Energy Resources<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Nuclear power, renewable energy, climate change policies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cybersecurity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Data protection, cyber warfare, digital India initiatives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>ICT Developments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 5G technology, supercomputers, IoT, blockchain technology<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Environmental Science<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Pollution control, waste management, climate mitigation policies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Intellectual Property Rights<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Patents, copyrights, technology transfer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Government Policies<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 National Supercomputing Mission, Genome India Project<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science and Technology important topics for UPSC Prelims cover a vast range of subjects, from space missions to AI, biotechnology, and cybersecurity. A well-structured preparation strategy, along with continuous updates on current affairs, will help aspirants tackle this section effectively. Keeping track of technological advancements and their impact on governance will significantly improve one\u2019s UPSC preparation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Are you preparing for UPSC 2025? <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Join IAShub&#8217;s UPSC coaching batches<\/b><\/a><b> to boost your preparation. Enroll now!<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Science and Technology Important Topics for upsc prelims FAQs<\/b><\/p>\n<style>#sp-ea-2064 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-2064.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-2064.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-2064.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-2064.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-2064.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  padding: 7px;\r\n  background: #fff;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n.sp-ea-one.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single .ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {\r\n  font-size: 1rem;\r\n}\r\n\r\n.sp-easy-accordion .sp-ea-single 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collapsed show\" id=\"collapse20640\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2064\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-20640\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Science and Technology is crucial for UPSC Prelims as it covers advancements in space, biotechnology, AI, cybersecurity, and environmental technologies that impact governance and policy-making.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-20641\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse20641\" aria-controls=\"collapse20641\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are the key topics in Science and Technology for UPSC?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse20641\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2064\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-20641\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Important topics include Space Technology, Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Renewable Energy, and Nanotechnology.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-20642\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse20642\" aria-controls=\"collapse20642\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How to prepare for Science and Technology in UPSC Prelims?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse20642\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2064\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-20642\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Focus on current affairs, government initiatives, ISRO missions, emerging technologies, and their applications in governance, defense, and economy.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-20643\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse20643\" aria-controls=\"collapse20643\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Are NCERT books enough for Science and Technology preparation?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse20643\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2064\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-20643\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">NCERT books provide a strong foundation, but aspirants should supplement their studies with newspapers, government reports, and current affairs magazines.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><\/p><p><\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-20644\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse20644\" aria-controls=\"collapse20644\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Which government initiatives are important for Science and Technology in UPSC?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse20644\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2064\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-20644\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Key initiatives include Digital India, Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, National AI Strategy, and India's renewable energy goals.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stay ahead in your UPSC preparation with this 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