Q32 · UPSC Prelims 2022 · Set A · Science and Technology

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With reference to Web 3.0, consider the following statements:1.Web 3.0 technology enables people to control their own data.2.In Web 3.0 world, there can be blockchain based social networks.3.Web 3.0 is operated by users collectively rather than a corporation.Which of the statements given above are correct?

A 1 and 2 only
B 2 and 3 only
C 1 and 3 only
D 1, 2 and 3

Correct answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

  1. A

    1 and 2 only

    1 and 2 only. Collective user operation is also a Web3 claim.

  2. B

    2 and 3 only

    2 and 3 only. Self-custody of data is statement 1.

  3. C

    1 and 3 only

    1 and 3 only. Blockchain social networks are in the pitch.

  4. D

    1, 2 and 3

    All three. User-controlled data, blockchain social graphs, and collective rather than corporate operation.

Summary. Official key is (d) all three. Web 3.0 is keyed as user-owned data, blockchain-based social networks, and protocols run by users collectively rather than a single corporation.

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