An Analysis Of The Important Of Space Research In The Management Of National Security
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Abstract
Space research plays a crucial role in strengthening national security by enhancing communication, surveillance, navigation, and disaster management capabilities. In India, the evolution of space research since the establishment of the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR) in 1961 and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in 1969 has transformed the nation’s strategic and defense potential. Indigenous satellites such as INSAT, IRS, and GSAT, along with advanced launch vehicles like PSLV and GSLV, have contributed significantly to defence communication, remote sensing, and border monitoring. Space-based intelligence has improved military readiness, maritime surveillance, and cyber protection. Moreover, space technology supports environmental monitoring and resource management, which are vital for national stability. This paper analyses how India’s space achievements ensure technological self-reliance, strategic deterrence, and security preparedness in an increasingly space-dependent global environment.