In which of the following areas can GPS technology be used?

1. Mobile phone operations
2. Banking operations
3. Controlling the power grids

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2018 Prelims]

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (d)        

Explanation:

GPS (Global Positioning System) has a wide range of applications, including:

• Navigation: GPS is commonly used for navigation in cars, airplanes, and boats, as it allows users to determine their location and plan a route to their destination.
• Surveying and mapping: GPS technology can be used to survey land, map geographic features, and create accurate 3D models of terrain.
• Agriculture: GPS can help farmers optimize crop yields by tracking soil conditions, crop growth, and water usage.
• Emergency response: GPS can be used to track and locate people in emergency situations, such as natural disasters or search and rescue missions.
• Fitness tracking: GPS-enabled fitness trackers can measure distance, pace, and location during workouts.
• Geocaching: GPS is used in geocaching, a popular treasure-hunting game that involves using GPS coordinates to find hidden containers.
• Time synchronization: GPS is used to synchronize clocks in telecommunications networks, computer networks, and other systems that require accurate timekeeping.
• Military and defense: GPS was originally developed by the US Department of Defense for military use and is still widely used for navigation and tracking in military operations.