National Science Day 2026

Current Context: National Science Day was celebrated across India on 28 February 2026 to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Nobel laureate C.V. Raman in 1928.

• 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.