GS 3 – SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Mission SCOT, developed by Digantara, is a commercial satellite launched to enhance Space Situational Awareness (SSA).
Goals:
- Monitor space objects (satellites, debris).
- Strengthen national security and space defense.
- Reduce space debris risks.
Features:
- Launched by SpaceX.
- Operates in a sun-synchronous orbit.
- Tracks objects as small as 5 cm.
- Provides continuous monitoring for space safety.
PRELIMS BITS
Mannan Community
Raman Rajamannan, the king of the Mannan community, will represent his tribe in the Republic Day parade.
Overview:
- Tribal Status: Scheduled Tribe in Kerala.
- Kingship: The only Adivasi tribal dynasty in South India with an active kingship system.
- Culture: Tamil-based, with a matrilineal descent system.
- Economic Activities: Primarily agriculture, including coconut and herb cultivation.
- Festivals: Kalavoot, Meenoot, Mutthiamman.
- Traditional Art: Mannankoothu, performed during celebrations.