Prelims 2022 · Science and Technology · Question 32
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?
Answer
1, 2 and 3
1. Web 3.0 technology enables people to control their own data. — Correct. Web 3.0 emphasizes decentralization and user ownership of data/identity rather than platform-controlled data silos.
2. In Web 3.0 world, there can be blockchain based social networks. — Correct. Blockchain is a core enabling technology of Web 3.0, and decentralized social networks can be built on it.
3. Web 3.0 is operated by users collectively rather than a corporation. — Correct. Its basic idea is decentralized operation through distributed networks/protocols, not centralized corporate control.
Therefore, all three statements are correct.