Defence Technology

Why it matters

• Ensures national sovereignty by reducing reliance on foreign military imports through indigenous development.
• Acts as a catalyst for dual-use innovation, where military-grade advancements eventually transition into civilian sectors such as aerospace, cybersecurity, and telecommunications.
• Strengthens strategic autonomy, allowing a nation to maintain operational readiness without external geopolitical constraints.

How it is asked

Focus on the shift toward 'Atmanirbharta' in defence production, the role of public-private partnerships in the defence industrial corridor, and the integration of emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence and unmanned systems into military doctrine.