Every year on February 28, we celebrate National
Science Day to honour the discovery of the 'Raman Effect' by Indian scientist
and physician C V Raman. This day is all about recognizing the important
contribution science has made to our lives and raising awareness of its
significance.
Date:
Every year, National Science Day is observed on
February 28. This year, the special day falls on a Wednesday.
Theme :
The
theme for this year’s National Science Day celebration is “Indigenous
Technologies for Viksit Bharat.”This year's theme aims to highlight the
importance of traditional knowledge in scientific advancement.
History:
National
Science Day is observed on the day Indian Physicist Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman discovered
the Raman Effect. The Raman Effect is the phenomenon where light gets scattered
when passed through a transparent material, leading to changes in wavelength
and energy. In 1928, on February 28, CV Raman discovered the Raman Effect. He
also received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930 due to his significant
contribution in the field of Physics. Commemorating the discovery, National
Science Day is observed on February 28 every year.
Significance:
National Science Day aims to raise awareness
about how science affects daily life and to showcase Indian scientists'
achievements. It's a time to discuss scientific issues, implement new
technologies, and promote science and technology to others. This day is
important for highlighting the role of science in improving people's lives and
for reflecting on progress and future goals in science and technology
.
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