India and the second Space Age
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Space technology (ISRO, missions)· Mains·
Why in news
The publication of the e-book 'India and the Second Space Age' highlights India's transition from state-led space exploration to a commercial and geopolitically ambitious era.
Background
The book examines India's evolving identity in space exploration, focusing on the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission and the rise of private space ventures. It specifically addresses challenges regarding dual-use technologies for surveillance and legal ambiguities surrounding liability.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TGaganyaan: India's human spaceflight mission
- S&TDual-use technologies: Space technologies capable of both civilian and military/surveillance applications
- FactSecond Space Age: Characterized by commercial interests and geopolitical ambitions
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges and opportunities for India in transitioning to a commercial space economy while navigating the complexities of dual-use technologies and international space law.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Regulatory gap: Lack of clear legal frameworks for private space liability and commercial orbital debris management
- Security dilemma: Balancing civilian space exploration with the proliferation of dual-use surveillance technologies
- Geopolitical positioning: India's role in establishing norms for commercial space activities in the global commons
Keywords: Dual-use technology · Commercial space exploration · Space governance · Gaganyaan mission · Space liability
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