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Science & TechnologyEXAMINEYear 202415 Marks
Concept / Statute•Directive•Institution / Stakeholder
Discuss the potential hazards posed by Near-Earth Objects (NEOs) and asteroids to life on Earth. How do planetary defense missions like NASA's DART test mitigation strategies?
Exact Syllabus Pointer
Developments in IT, space, computers, robotics, nanotechnology, biotechnology, issues relating to intellectual property rights (IPR).
Connected Questions Across All Papers
Discovered through overlapping concepts: Asteroids & NEOs, Planetary Defense, NASA DART Mission
Recurring Theme Trend: “Asteroids & NEOs”
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