in the above question I have doubt regarding validity of angular momentum conservation.
The question is solved by conserving angular momentum about axis of larger disc as follows ;follows;
$$0 = -\frac{1}{2} M(\frac{R}{2})^2 w + M(Rw')R + \frac{1}{2} M(R^2)w' w'=\frac{w}{12}$$
but as the smaller disc is operated by motor ,is is angular momentum conserved when motor is turned on
For example: if two similar discs are put one on one, and one of them is operated by motor giving a constant angular velocity w $w $,both both will move in same direction with w$w$. and angular momentum is not conserved
please clear doubt.