Optical Instruments — Mains Questions

Discuss the role of advanced optical instruments in enhancing India's capabilities in space exploration and national security. (250 words, 15 marks)

Analyze the impact of modern optical imaging techniques on medical diagnostics and healthcare delivery in India. What challenges persist in their widespread adoption? (250 words, 15 marks)

With reference to the electromagnetic spectrum, explain why space-based optical telescopes are crucial for astronomical observations, despite advancements in adaptive optics for ground-based telescopes. (250 words, 15 marks)