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- Declared by the Government of India in 1987, the day is observed annually to promote scientific temper and highlight India’s achievements in research and innovation.
- The theme for 2026 was “Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat”, emphasizing the crucial role of women in STEM fields and linking their participation to India’s vision of becoming a developed nation.
- The observance focused on inspiring youth, especially girls, to pursue careers in science and technology,
- While also showcasing India’s progress in areas like space exploration, artificial intelligence, and quantum computing.
Question:
Q.1 C.V. Raman received the Nobel Prize in Physics for the discovery of the Raman Effect in:a) 1928
b) 1930
c) 1945
d) 1954
Answer: b) C. V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930, becoming the first Asian to win a Nobel in science.
