Chairman
Table of Contents
- 1 1. Last book you have read? (MG bio / any nonfiction)
- 2 2. Is Gandhi relevant today?
- 3 3. Is Gandhi’s non-violence relevant today?
- 4 4. Gandhi vs Kissinger — who is better?
- 5 5. What is ISRO’s speciality?
- 6 6. Why are we lagging behind some space agencies?
- 7 7. Why are space agencies cautious about private entry?
- 8 8. Should ISRO focus on scientific missions only?
- 9 9. How does ISRO help industrial development?
- 10 10. Key takeaways from Chandrayaan-3
- 11 11. Why stubble burning in Haryana?
- 12 12. Solutions to control stubble burning
- 13 13. What is Green Technology?
- 14 14. What is Sustainable Fashion?
- 15 15. What is Judicial Activism? Give examples.
- 16 16. What is Judicial Adventurism?
- 17 17. How should judiciary restrain itself?
- 18 18. Can judiciary order Parliament?
- 19 19. Significance of XPoSAT Mission
- 20 20. Is unemployment a problem in India?
- 21 21. Is PM Skill India successful? Are we doing enough?
- 22 22. Indians who went to space
- 23 23. What did Rakesh Sharma tell Indira Gandhi?
- 24 24. Assessment of Renewable Energy in India
- 25 25. How to expand renewable energy in India?
- 26 26. When will India achieve Net-Zero?
1. Last book you have read? (MG bio / any nonfiction)
Sir/Ma’am, the last book I read was [book name]. My key takeaway was the importance of [discipline / resilience / values / leadership / self-reflection — customise as per book], which I try to apply in my own life.
2. Is Gandhi relevant today?
Yes. Gandhi is still relevant because he emphasised:
- truth & ethics in public life
- non-violence & dialogue
- decentralised development
- self-discipline & simplicity
These remain useful for social harmony, governance ethics and conflict resolution.
3. Is Gandhi’s non-violence relevant today?
Yes. Non-violence:
- prevents escalation
- protects democratic values
- builds moral legitimacy
- allows peaceful protest
It is especially relevant in polarised societies and mass movements.
4. Gandhi vs Kissinger — who is better?
They represent two different worldviews:
- Gandhi — moral, people-centric leadership
- Kissinger — realpolitik & power-based diplomacy
Rather than calling one “better,” I feel both must be understood in their historical and strategic contexts.
5. What is ISRO’s speciality?
- Cost-effective missions
- High reliability
- Strong indigenous capability
- Space tech focussed on development & public services
- Landmark missions like Chandrayaan-3 & Mangalyaan
6. Why are we lagging behind some space agencies?
Because:
- later start compared to NASA/Russia
- smaller budgets
- earlier technology restrictions
- focus on development goals rather than military or commercial dominance
Despite this, we are advancing rapidly.
7. Why are space agencies cautious about private entry?
Due to:
- national security concerns
- sensitive technology
- safety and reliability
- regulatory preparedness
India is now opening up via IN-SPACe & NewSpace policy.
Member 1
8. Should ISRO focus on scientific missions only?
No. ISRO should balance:
- scientific missions
- satellite services
- navigation & communication
- climate monitoring
- commercial launches
All contribute to national development & strategic strength.
9. How does ISRO help industrial development?
- Creates vendor ecosystem
- Generates high-tech manufacturing
- Spin-off technologies
- Start-ups & skill development
- Encourages private space sector
10. Key takeaways from Chandrayaan-3
- Soft-landing capability near lunar south pole
- Cost-efficient engineering
- Incremental learning & risk management
- Boosts confidence, STEM culture, global standing
11. Why stubble burning in Haryana?
- Short gap between paddy & wheat
- High residue volume
- Labour & machinery cost
- Fragmented landholdings
- Limited profitable alternatives
12. Solutions to control stubble burning
- In-situ residue management (Happy Seeder, mulchers)
- Bio-CNG / ethanol / biomass power
- MSP-linked diversification
- Incentives & community models
- Strict but fair enforcement
- Awareness & tech support
Member 2
13. What is Green Technology?
Technology that reduces environmental impact — e.g., renewables, EVs, waste-to-energy, green hydrogen, carbon capture.
14. What is Sustainable Fashion?
Fashion that:
- uses eco-friendly materials
- reduces waste & pollution
- ensures ethical labour
- encourages recycling & responsible consumption
15. What is Judicial Activism? Give examples.
Judicial activism = courts proactively protecting rights or filling policy gaps.
Examples:
- Vishakha guidelines
- Right to Privacy
- Environmental PILs
16. What is Judicial Adventurism?
When courts cross constitutional limits and step into executive/legislative functions unnecessarily.
17. How should judiciary restrain itself?
- Respect separation of powers
- Intervene only where rights are violated
- Follow constitutional boundaries
- Use self-regulation & judicial precedents
18. Can judiciary order Parliament?
No. Parliament is sovereign in law-making.
Judiciary can strike down unconstitutional laws, but cannot compel Parliament to legislate (barring rare advisory recommendations).
Member 3
19. Significance of XPoSAT Mission
India’s first X-ray polarimetry satellite — helps study:
- black holes
- neutron stars
- magnetic fields
It strengthens India’s role in astrophysics research.
20. Is unemployment a problem in India?
Yes — especially youth unemployment, under-employment and informal work.
Growth must become more employment-intensive.
21. Is PM Skill India successful? Are we doing enough?
It expanded skilling infrastructure, certifications and awareness.
Challenges remain in:
- quality of training
- industry linkages
- placements
We need apprenticeships, sector-specific skilling & soft-skill training.
Member 4
22. Indians who went to space
- Rakesh Sharma (1984)
- Kalpana Chawla
- Sunita Williams
- (Upcoming) Gaganyaan Indian astronauts
23. What did Rakesh Sharma tell Indira Gandhi?
He said: “Saare Jahan Se Accha.”
24. Assessment of Renewable Energy in India
Strengths:
- Rapid growth in solar & wind
- Strong policy push
- Large installed capacity rising fast
Challenges:
- storage & grid stability
- financing
- land & environmental clearances
25. How to expand renewable energy in India?
- invest in storage & pumped hydro
- grid modernisation
- policy certainty
- rooftop solar & decentralised systems
- domestic manufacturing
- green financing
26. When will India achieve Net-Zero?
India has committed to Net-Zero emissions by 2070.















