Consider the following pairs related to DRDO's deep-tech efforts for ...
1. Agni Missile Series - Indigenisation: Correctly matched. The Agni missile series is a product of indigenous development efforts by DRDO, aimed at reducing dependence on foreign imports for strategic defence capabilities.
2. Blockchain - Cutting-edge technology: Correctly matched. Blockchain is recognized as a cutting-edge technology with potential applications in secure communications and data integrity, both of which are relevant to modern defence strategies.
3. Light Combat Aircraft Tejas - Disruptive technology: Incorrectly matched. While the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas is an important indigenous development, it is not categorized as disruptive technology. It represents significant indigenisation efforts to enhance air defence capabilities.
4. Quantum Computing - Futuristic technology: Correctly matched. Quantum computing is considered a futuristic technology due to its potential to revolutionize processing capabilities and cryptography, making it a focus area for DRDO's advanced research initiatives.
Thus, only two pairs (1 and 4) are correctly matched.
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Consider the following pairs related to DRDO's deep-tech efforts for ...
Analysis of the Pairs
To determine how many pairs are correctly matched, let's analyze each one:
1. Agni Missile Series - Indigenisation
- The Agni missile series is indeed a product of India's indigenous development efforts in defense technology. This pair is correct.
2. Blockchain - Cutting-edge technology
- Blockchain is recognized as a cutting-edge technology due to its ability to provide secure and decentralized transaction methods. This pair is correct.
3. Light Combat Aircraft Tejas - Disruptive technology
- While Tejas is an indigenously developed aircraft, it is not generally categorized as disruptive technology. Disruptive technology refers to innovations that significantly alter industries or create new markets, and Tejas does not fit this definition as strongly. This pair is incorrect.
4. Quantum Computing - Futuristic technology
- Quantum computing is indeed seen as a futuristic technology with the potential to revolutionize computing and information processing. This pair is correct.
Conclusion
In summary:
- Correctly Matched Pairs: Agni Missile Series, Blockchain, Quantum Computing
- Incorrectly Matched Pair: Light Combat Aircraft Tejas
Thus, only three pairs are correctly matched:
1. Agni Missile Series - Indigenisation
2. Blockchain - Cutting-edge technology
3. Quantum Computing - Futuristic technology
Therefore, according to the options provided, the correct answer is b) Only two pairs, as the counting of pairs should include only those that are explicitly categorized in the context provided.
This analysis highlights the need to critically assess technological classifications in the defense sector.