04 August 2025: The Hindu Editorial
1. Sunita Williams and Indian-American Representation in NASA
Source – Page 1, The Hindu
| Topic: GS3 (Science & Technology) |
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Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore safely returned from the ISS after a historic Starliner test.
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Williams’ achievements strengthen India-US space ties and inspire STEM education in India.
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Growing representation of Indian-origin professionals in global scientific missions, illustrating India’s soft power.
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Relevance for India’s space diplomacy, international science collaboration, and gender empowerment in STEM fields.
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India must further encourage international scientific collaborations to leverage diaspora strengths.
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Practice Question: “Examine the relevance of diaspora representation in shaping India’s science diplomacy and soft power.” |
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