Relevance : GS Paper III
ISRO recently launched the PSLV-C45 rocket. Earlier, ISRO and DRDO did the ASAT test.
Message that the recent launches give
- Indian space programme is poised for a giant leap.
- ISRO offers reliability and expertise.
Not a new development
This is not a new development. In 2017, the PSLV-C37 placed 104 satellites in one go.
Space military architecture
The recent launches indicate that India is putting in place a space military architecture.
Articulating space doctrine
- India should clearly articulate its space programme doctrine.
- It must communicate its peaceful intentions to reduce the chances of wrong inferences.
Militarisation of space
- There is no global regulatory regime to address militarisation in space.
- Thus, India has legitimate reasons to develop deterrence for the security of its space-based assets.
Way forward
- India must lead in forging a treaty to prevent militarization of space.
- Countries must utilise the space technologies for the well-being of their people.
