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The document outlines a study plan for science and technology topics for an exam on 04/01/2019. It lists the primary NCERT textbooks to read for basics in biology, and additional reference materials. It identifies 4 focus areas to study: 1) Space technology including the Indian space program and satellites. 2) Computer and robotics such as supercomputers, AI, and blockchain. 3) Biotechnology and nanotechnology including DNA, gene editing, and GM crops. 4) Health topics like diseases, antibiotics, and national health initiatives.

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Study Plan 8

The document outlines a study plan for science and technology topics for an exam on 04/01/2019. It lists the primary NCERT textbooks to read for basics in biology, and additional reference materials. It identifies 4 focus areas to study: 1) Space technology including the Indian space program and satellites. 2) Computer and robotics such as supercomputers, AI, and blockchain. 3) Biotechnology and nanotechnology including DNA, gene editing, and GM crops. 4) Health topics like diseases, antibiotics, and national health initiatives.

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OFFICERS IAS ACADEMY

(IAS Academy by IAS Officers)

Science & Technology -Study Plan


Students shall read the NCERTs for covering the basics. Then, focus on
the special topics listed in the study plan.

[Test Date :04/01/2019]


Syllabus-Science and Technology
Primary Source:
 NCERT Class- VI – Class X
 NCERT Class - XI - Biology
o Unit 1 - DIVERSITY IN THE LIVING WORLD
o Unit 3 - CELL: STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS
o Unit 5 - HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
 NCERT Class - XII - Biology
o Unit 7 - GENETICS AND EVOLUTION
o Unit 8 - BIOLOGY IN HUMAN WELFARE
o Unit 9 - BIOTECHNOLOGY
Additional Reference:Officers IAS Academy Materials, Internet.
Focus areas
1. Space Technology:
a. Indian Space Programme
b. Rocket Engines & Propellants
c. Evolution of Indian Launch Vehicles
d. Space Orbits and Space Satellites
e. Indian Human Space Flight Programme
f. Indian contribution in Space Exploration (Space Observatories,
Missions to Moon, Mars & Sun)
g. Some other key topics: Dark Matter, Gravitational Waves
2. Computer and Robotics:
a. Supercomputers
b. Net Neutrality
c. Artificial Intelligence

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d. Machine Learning
e. Blockchain Technology
f. Internet of Things
g. Malware Types: Virus, Worm, Trojan, Ransomware etc.
3. Biotechnology & Nanotechnology:
a. DNA, Gene, Gene Expression, Chromosome, Genome
b. DNA sequencing, DNA fingerprinting, DNA barcoding
c. Gene editing techniques (esp. CRISPR-Cas9)
d. Genomics, Human Genome Project, India’s Gene Sequencing Mission
e. Genetically Modified Organisms. (Bt. Brinjal, Bt. Cotton, GM
Mustard)
f. Applications of Genetic engineering in conservation of plants and
animals.
g. Applications of Genetic engineering in personalized medicine,
correcting genetic disorders, and treating diseases.
4. Health
a. Predominant communicable and non-communicable diseases in India
b. Antibiotics and Antibiotic resistance
c. NFHS and the problems in Public health
d. Ayushman Bharat & Other National Health Initiatives.

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