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Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) Communication Systems

PYQs

8

Articles

1

Momentum

21

Phase IFoundation

Background

Overview

V2V communication is a critical technological advancement addressing India's pressing issues of road safety and traffic management. Its implementation involves regulatory frameworks, spectrum allocation, and infrastructure development, making it relevant for governance, technology, and public policy discussions.

Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication systems are a key component of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) that enable vehicles to exchange real-time data, such as speed, position, and direction, to enhance road safety and traffic efficiency.

Phase IIStatic core

Facts & tables

Key facts

Frequency Band

5.875 GHz to 5.925 GHz (license-exempt)

Technology Standard

Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) as per AIS-230

Functionality

Provides beyond line-of-sight information, complements ADAS

Primary Goal

Proactive accident prevention and improved road safety

Reference table

Static syllabus anchors

TypeReference
Conceptual areaScience & Technology

Reference table

Institutions & roles

BodyRole
Ministry of Road Transport and HighwaysProposes amendments, constitutes task force
Department of TelecommunicationsExempts frequency band from licensing
Phase IIIExam lens

Prelims angle

Overview

Prelims angle: Conceptual understanding

Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis

Quick revision

  • Enables real-time data exchange between vehicles.
  • Uses 5.875-5.925 GHz band, C-V2X technology.
  • Enhances road safety, complements ADAS.
  • Provides beyond line-of-sight information.
  • Regulated by AIS-230 standard in India.

High-confidence PYQs

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2025Statement-based questions, Factual recall

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2019Conceptual understanding, Multi-statement analysis

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2018Conceptual understanding, Terminology-based question

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Prelims 2018· Conceptual understanding, Terminology-based question

When the alarm of your smartphone rings in the morning, you wake up and tap it to stop the alarm which causes your geyser to be switched on automatically. Th...

Open question
Prelims 2019· Conceptual understanding, Multi-statement analysis

With reference to communication technologies, what is/are the difference/differences between LTE (Long-Term Evolution) and VoLTE (Voice over Long-Term Evolut...

Open question
Prelims 2022· Multi-statement analysis, Conceptual understanding

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 ca...

Open question
Prelims 2023· Conceptual understanding, Multi-statement analysis

Consider the following actions: 1. Detection of car crash/collision which results in the deployment of airbags almost instantaneously 2. Detection of acciden...

Open question
Prelims 2025· Statement-based questions, Factual recall

GPS-Aided Geo Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) uses a system of ground stations to provide necessary augmentation. Which of the following statements is/are corre...

Open question
Prelims 2026· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Which of the following statements with regard to drone swarms is/are correct ? 1. They use Terahertz band of frequency to communicate with the command centr...

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Which of the following statements regarding the features of blockchain technology are correct? 1. Records stored in the database may be made visible to rele...

Open question

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Open question
Prelims 2026· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Which of the following statements with regard to drone swarms is/are correct ? 1. They use Terahertz band of frequency to communicate with the command centr...

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Open question
Prelims 2026· Multi-statement analysis, Conceptual understanding

Which of the following statements with regard to drone swarms is/are correct ? 1. They use Terahertz band of frequency to communicate with the command centr...

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Which of the following statements regarding the features of blockchain technology are correct? 1. Records stored in the database may be made visible to rele...

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Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication Systems

03 Aug 2026 · V2V communication allows vehicles to share real-time data for safety warnings and accident prevention, utilizing specific frequency bands and C-V2X technology, regulated by standards like AIS-230 in India.

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With reference to communication technologies, what is/are the difference/differences between LTE (Long-Term Evolution) and VoLTE (Voice over Long-Term Evolut...

2019·Science & 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 ca...

2022·Science & Technology
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Which of the following statements with regard to drone swarms is/are correct ? 1. They use Terahertz band of frequency to communicate with the command centr...

2026·Science & Technology
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Which of the following statements regarding the features of blockchain technology are correct? 1. Records stored in the database may be made visible to rele...

2026·Science & Technology
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Which of the following statements about DHRUV64 is/are correct ? 1. It is the third chip fabricated under the DIR-V Programme with an overall aim to enable ...

2026·Science & Technology
Solve

GPS-Aided Geo Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) uses a system of ground stations to provide necessary augmentation. Which of the following statements is/are corre...

2025·Science & Technology
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When the alarm of your smartphone rings in the morning, you wake up and tap it to stop the alarm which causes your geyser to be switched on automatically. Th...

2018·Science & Technology
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Consider the following actions: 1. Detection of car crash/collision which results in the deployment of airbags almost instantaneously 2. Detection of acciden...

2023·Science & Technology
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