Project Loon’ sometimes seen in the news is related to
Explanation:
Project Loon is a research and development project being developed by X (formerly Google X) with the mission of providing Internet access to rural and remote areas. The project uses high-altitude balloons placed in the stratosphere at an altitude of about 18 km (11 mi) to create an aerial wireless network with up to 4G-LTE speeds.
Why the question Came:
Was debated in the parliament and in March 2016 the project was launched in Brazil. Important for communication and future of India. Also linked to the Free basics and Net Neutrality debate! THis is how UPSC asks a question on the much debated topic!
Sources:
Govt Ministry Websites
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_Loon
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Explanation:
Project Loon is a research and development project being developed by X (formerly Google X) with the mission of providing Internet access to rural and remote areas. The project uses high-altitude balloons placed in the stratosphere at an altitude of about 18 km (11 mi) to create an aerial wireless network with up to 4G-LTE speeds.
Why the question Came:
Was debated in the parliament and in March 2016 the project was launched in Brazil. Important for communication and future of India. Also linked to the Free basics and Net Neutrality debate! THis is how UPSC asks a question on the much debated topic!
Sources:
Govt Ministry Websites
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Project_Loon
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