6G Roll Out in India Explained - Current Affairs

 

1. 1-Who announced the acquisition of over 200 patents for 6G technology in India?

• Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Communications, and IT Minister.

2. 2-What is the purpose of the Bharat 6G Alliance?

• The alliance aims to spearhead all 6G-related initiatives in a systematic and methodical manner.

3. 3-What are the objectives of rolling out 6G technology?

• To offer enhanced capabilities such as improved reliability, ultra-low latency, and affordable solutions.
• To revolutionize communication by providing speeds nearly 100 times faster than 5G.
• To open up exciting possibilities for the development of novel communication applications.

4. 4-Why was the Bharat 6G Alliance established?

• It was established to go beyond technical requirements and understand the business and societal needs of 6G technology. The alliance aims to drive the design, development, and deployment of 6G technologies in India.

5. 5-How many broadband connections have been provided in rural areas over the past nine years?

• Nearly 1,50,000 broadband connections have been provided in rural areas over the past nine years.

6. 6-What is the government's commitment to the telecom sector?

• The launch of the Bharat 6G Alliance demonstrates the government's commitment to fostering the growth of the telecom sector.

7. 7-What is the current position of India in terms of 5G ecosystems?

• India is one of the world's top three 5G ecosystems, with an impressive number of 2,70,000 5G sites already prepared across the country.

8. 8-How much have data costs dropped in India from 2014 to 2023?

• Data costs have dropped from Rs 300 per GB in 2014 to Rs 10 per GB in 2023.

9. 9-Who is the Union Minister of the Ministry of Communications?

• Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw is the Union Minister of the Ministry of Communications.

10. 10-By what year is South Korea planning to launch its 6G network and services?

• South Korea is planning to launch its 6G network and services by 2028.