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Topic: Achievements of Indians in science & technology; indigenization of technology and developing new technology.
6. Despite its numerous benefits, the affordability factor will be a critical driver in the rapid expansion of 5G technology in India. Examine. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
Government today named 13 cities that are likely to see the launch of 5G services in the country, next year. These cities include – Gurugram, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Delhi, Jamnagar, Ahmadabad, Chennai, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Pune and Gandhi Nagar.
Key Demand of the question:
To write the various benefits of 5g tech and how affordability will determine its expansion.
Directive word:
Examine – When asked to ‘Examine’, we must investigate the topic (content words) in detail, inspect it, investigate it and establish the key facts and issues related to the topic in question. While doing so we should explain why these facts and issues are important and their implications.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by stating details of 5G network and its frequency range.
Body:
First, mention the various potential benefits of 5G technology such as faster access to critical services, building smart cities, developing competitiveness with other nations in service delivery standards etc.
Next, discuss the issues of affordability and price ranging with respect to present 4G and how it will determine its penetration.
Next, outline other challenges to roll out 5G such as high cost of installation, public apprehension regarding safety, need for a robust policy and Centre-state coordination etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward to address these issues.
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