National Science Day 2024, Date, Theme, Significance and History
National Science Day is celebrated annually on 28th February in India to commemorate the discovery of the ‘Raman Effect’ by Indian physicist Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman. This day serves as a reminder of the pivotal role science plays in shaping our lives and society. Each year, National Science Day is celebrated with a specific theme, highlighting significant aspects of scientific progress and innovation.
The theme for National Science Day 2024 is ‘Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat’, emphasizing the importance of promoting scientific, technological, and innovation skills. It underscores the achievements of Indian scientists in addressing the country’s challenges through home-grown technologies. The theme also advocates for collaboration between the public and scientific community to contribute to India’s well-being and global welfare.
National Science Day traces its origins to the discovery of the ‘Raman Effect’ by Sir C.V. Raman on 28th February 1928. This groundbreaking discovery marked a significant contribution to the field of physics, earning Sir C.V. Raman the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930. The Raman Effect refers to the phenomenon of light scattering when passing through a transparent material, leading to a change in its wavelength and energy.
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