Gs3- Defence Gs-2 : IR- Russia- Anti satellite weapon-Recen | VK IAS by Vikas kanukollu (VK)
Gs3- Defence
Gs-2 : IR- Russia- Anti satellite weapon-Recent news about Russia testing a new ASAT weapon raises international concerns due to potential violation of OST and risks associated with space debris-can disrupt the strategic balance by introducing new threats
Keywords to note :ASAT, OST, Space Debris, Kessler Syndrome, Strategic Stability, Space Governance, Russia's ASAT Test, Space Weaponization.
Anti-satellite weapons (ASAT) are designed to destroy or incapacitate satellites-signify a nation's ability to execute space warfare,
Outer Space Treaty (OST):The treaty prohibits the placement of weapons of mass destruction in Earth's orbit and mandates peaceful exploration of outer space
Technological Aspects: Modern ASAT systems include direct-ascent missiles, co-orbital systems, and possibly cyber or electronic countermeasures against satellites.
For prelims- Read about -Anti-satellite (ASAT) System- Mission shakti- Click here
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