National Science Day

National Science Day is observed every year in India on February 28 to mark the discovery of the Raman effect by Indian scientist Sir C V Raman.

National Science Day is observed every year in India on February 28 to mark the discovery of the Raman effect by Indian scientist Sir C V Raman on February 28, 1928. Sir C.V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930.

Raman Effect

The Raman effect is the change in wavelength of light when a beam is deflected by molecules. The day it was discovered is now celebrated as National Science Day which focuses on discoveries and developments.

The event of the National Science Day will be held in India and location will be changed every year.

A few quotes of National Science Day

  Science is nothing but perception – Plato

  The good thing about science is that it’s true whether or not you believe in it – Neil deGrasse Tyson

  Science is not only a disciple of reason but also one of romance and passion – Stephen Hawking

  Science and everyday life cannot and should not be separated – Rosalind Franklin

  Nothing in life is to be feared, it is only to be understood. Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less – Marie Curie

  The saddest aspect of life right now is that science gathers knowledge faster than society gathers wisdom ― Isaac Asimov

  Science is not only compatible with spirituality; it is a profound source of spirituality – Carl Sagan

Significance of National Science Day

National Science Day is being celebrated to widely spread a message about the vital role of science used in the daily life of the people and to also display all the activities, efforts and achievements in the field of science for human welfare.

To discuss all the issues and implement new technologies for development in the field of science.

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A few Themes of National Science Day

Ø “Our Changing Earth”.

Ø “Recreating Interest in Basic Science”.

Ø “Information Technology for Science Education”.

Ø “Wealth From Waste”.

Ø “Encouraging Scientific Awareness in Community”.

Ø “Celebrating Physics”.

Ø “Nurture Nature for our future”.

Ø “More Crop Per Drop”.

Ø “Gender Equity, Science & Technology for Sustainable Development”.

Ø “Clean Energy Options and Nuclear Safety”.

Ø “Science for Nation Building”.

Ø "Science for the People, and the People for Science"

Ø "Women in Science