About the Book
Continuing with its legacy, “Science and Technology” by Ravi P Agrahari in its eight edition remains the ultimate companion for UPSC Civil Services aspirants and undergraduate students alike. Renowned for its comprehensive coverage and a meticulously crafted content this edition also demystifies complex concepts and also prepares the aspirants comprehensively for competitive examinations like always. Updated with the latest advancements in the subject and presented in vibrant four-color visuals with new and improved infographics, this book continues to be a definitive guide.
Salient Features
⚗️ Enhanced Visual Presentation: Following the success of the seventh edition, the book is now presented with updated and improved four colour infographics to facilitate more engaging and comprehensive learning experience.
🔭 Updated Content: It covers a wide spectrum of topics ranging from fundamental concepts to advanced theories incorporating latest developments and advancements relevant for UPSC aspirants and undergraduate students, including those from non-science background.
⚗️ Comprehensive Coverage: Known for its extensive coverage, this edition addresses all key aspects relevant to competitiove examinations.
🔭 Pedagogical Tools: To aid comprehension and retention, the book includes concise infographics, diagrams, and charts. These tools are strategically placed throughout the text to clarify complex concepts and enhance understanding.
⚗️ Practical Approach: Building on its reputation as a “one-stop solution,” the book offers practical insights on how to approach Science and Technology questions in competitive exams. This approach has been refined based on feedback and analysis from previous editions, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.
Table of Contents
Part A Science & Technology in India
Unit I – Science & Technology in India
Chapter 1 – Development of Science and Technology in the Past, Present and Future
Chapter 2 – Different Organisations, Institutions and Departments for the Development of Science and Technology
Unit II – Energy
Chapter 3 – Structure of Energy Development in India: Renewable and Non-renewable Energy
Chapter 4 – Nuclear Energy, Nuclear Fuel, Radioactive Element and Radioactivity
Chapter 5 – Nuclear Diplomacy
Unit III – Space Technology
Chapter 6 – Various institutional setups for Space research and Concepts of Orbits and Launch Stations
Chapter 7 – Satellites and Launch Vehicle Technology of India with Space Observatory
Chapter 8 – Outer Space Affairs and Various National and International Space Missions
Unit IV – Communication and Information Technology
Chapter 9 – Different Regulatory Bodies and Government Programmes on ICT
Chapter 10 – Technical Aspect of Information and Communication Technology
Chapter 11 – Internet, Global Internet Governance Network and Their Various Applications
Chapter 12 – ICT- based issues
Chapter 13 – Cyber Security
Chapter 14 – Fundamentals of Computer
Unit V – Defence Technology
Chapter 15 – Defence Technology
Unit VI – Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Nanotechnology
Chapter 16 – Artificial Intelligence
Chapter 17 – Robotics
Chapter 18 – Nanotechnology
Unit VII – IPR and Related Rights
Chapter 19 – IPR and Related Rights
Unit VIII – Universe and Particle Physics
Chapter 20 – Universe
Chapter 21 – Particle Physics
Unit IX – Biotechnology
Chapter 22 – Biotechnology
Chapter 23 – Advancements in Biotechnology
Unit X – Diseases and Various Immunisation Programmes
Chapter 24 – Recent Health and Welfare Programmes including Different Types of Diseases
Chapter 25 – Corona Diary: COVID 19-History and Updates
Unit XI – Miscellaneous Topics
Chapter 26 – Miscellaneous Topics
Part B: UPSC Mains Answers (2021-2023)
Part C: Important PYQs (Mains) for practice
Part D: Capsule Lists