Sudha Murty calls for legally binding instrument to prevent outer space arms race
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Why in news
MP Sudha Murty delivered India's statement at the UN General Assembly's First Committee, calling for a legally binding instrument to prevent an outer space arms race.
Background
India's statement was delivered at the UN General Assembly's First Committee in New York on October 20, 2026. The statement followed PM Narendra Modi's September 2026 call for international law regarding space.
Facts for Prelims
- PostSudha Murty: Member of Parliament who delivered India's statement at the UN General Assembly
- FactIndia highlighted its 2023 Moon landing as a milestone in space exploration
- S&TGaganyaan and Bharatiya Antariksha Station are India's upcoming space projects
Prelims practice question
Which of the following is one of India's upcoming space projects mentioned in the statement?
- (a)Mars Orbit Express
- (b)Bharatiya Antariksha Station
- (c)Deep Space Gateway
- (d)Lunar Gateway
Show answer
Answer: (b) Bharatiya Antariksha Station — The note identifies Gaganyaan and Bharatiya Antariksha Station as India's upcoming space projects.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the necessity of a legally binding international framework to regulate space activities and prevent an extraterrestrial arms race.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Security dilemma: Risk of rapid militarization of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and lunar surfaces
- Regulatory gap: Limitations of current Outer Space Treaty in addressing modern weaponization
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing India's space ambitions with global norms on peaceful use
Keywords: Outer Space Treaty · Space Militarization · Multilateralism · Strategic Stability · Space Governance
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