The question asks for the date on which National Science Day is celebrated in India. This is a factual question related to important national days and observances, which are common in competitive exams.
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Recall or identify the significance of National Science Day.
Connect National Science Day to the specific date it is observed.
National Science Day in India is celebrated annually to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Indian physicist Sir C. V. Raman.
Sir C. V. Raman announced his discovery of the Raman Effect on February 28, 1928.
Therefore, February 28th is observed as National Science Day.
Correct Option: A) 28th feb
Incorrect Options
B) 29th feb — February 29th occurs only in a leap year and is not associated with National Science Day.
C) 27th feb — February 27th has no specific national science-related observance in India.
D) 26th feb — February 26th has no specific national science-related observance in India.
2.
What is the theme of national science day 2022
A.
Women in science
B.
Fostering scientific temper
C.
Integrated approach in science and technology for sustainable future
C. Integrated approach in science and technology for sustainable future
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This question asks for the theme of National Science Day in 2022. National Science Day is celebrated annually in India on February 28th to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir C.V. Raman. Each year, a specific theme is chosen to highlight a particular aspect of science and its impact.
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Recall or research the theme for National Science Day 2022.
National Science Day is celebrated on February 28th every year.
The theme for National Science Day 2022, announced by the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, was "Integrated Approach in Science & Technology for a Sustainable Future".
Compare this information with the given options to identify the correct answer.
Correct Option: C) Integrated approach in science and technology for sustainable future
Incorrect Options
A) Women in science — This was the theme for National Science Day 2020.
B) Fostering scientific temper — While promoting scientific temper is a general goal, it was not the specific theme for 2022.
D) none of the above — This is incorrect as option C correctly identifies the theme.
The question asks for the date on which World Science Day is celebrated. This is a factual question related to important international days. Recalling the correct date is key to answering this question.
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World Science Day for Peace and Development is an international day proclaimed by UNESCO.
Its purpose is to highlight the important role of science in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging scientific issues.
This day is celebrated annually on November 10th.
Correct Option:
C) 10th November — World Science Day for Peace and Development is indeed celebrated every year on November 10th.
Incorrect Options
A) 6th November — This date is not recognized as World Science Day. November 6th is the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict.
B) 7th November — This date is not recognized as World Science Day. In India, November 7th is observed as National Cancer Awareness Day.
D) 12th November — This date is not recognized as World Science Day. November 12th is observed as Public Service Broadcasting Day in India.
The question asks for the theme of World Science Day in 2021. To answer this, one needs to recall or know the specific theme designated for that year by UNESCO, which organizes the event.
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World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated annually on November 10th.
Each year, UNESCO sets a specific theme to highlight a particular aspect of science and its relevance to society.
For the year 2021, the theme for World Science Day was focused on addressing climate change and building resilience.
The official theme for World Science Day for Peace and Development 2021 was "Building Climate-Ready Communities". This theme emphasized the importance of science in understanding and responding to the impacts of climate change, and in developing solutions to make communities more resilient.
Correct Option: B) Building climate ready communities
Incorrect Options
A) Fostering scientific temper — While fostering scientific temper is a general goal of science education and promotion, it was not the specific theme for World Science Day 2021.
C) Women in science — Promoting women in science is an important initiative, often highlighted on days like the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11), but it was not the theme for World Science Day 2021.
D) none of the above — This is incorrect because option B accurately states the theme for World Science Day 2021.
5.
Jawaharlal Nehru articulated the concept of scientific temper in
The question asks about the year in which Jawaharlal Nehru first articulated the concept of scientific temper. This is a factual question related to Indian history and political thought, specifically concerning Nehru's contributions to India's scientific outlook.
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Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister, was a strong proponent of scientific development and a rational outlook.
He introduced the concept of 'scientific temper' to the Indian public, emphasizing a spirit of inquiry, rationality, and objective analysis.
This concept was explicitly articulated by him in his book The Discovery of India.
The Discovery of India was written by Nehru during his imprisonment at Ahmednagar Fort from 1942 to 1945.
The book was subsequently published in 1946. Therefore, the articulation of the concept of scientific temper, as presented in this seminal work, occurred in 1946.
Correct Option:
B) 1946 — Jawaharlal Nehru articulated the concept of scientific temper in his book The Discovery of India, which was published in 1946. This makes 1946 the correct year for the articulation of this concept in a widely accessible form.
Incorrect Options
A) 1948 — While Nehru continued to advocate for scientific temper after India's independence, its initial articulation in his major work predates 1948.
C) 1949 — Similar to 1948, this year is too late for the initial articulation of the concept.
D) 1947 — This was the year of India's independence. Although Nehru's vision for India included scientific development from this point onwards, the concept of scientific temper was articulated earlier in his writings.
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Nehru articulated the concept of scientific temper in his book
The question asks to identify the book in which Jawaharlal Nehru articulated the concept of scientific temper. This requires knowledge of Nehru's literary works and their key themes.
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Recall the major literary works of Jawaharlal Nehru.
Identify the central themes or significant concepts discussed in each of these works.
Specifically look for the book where Nehru extensively discussed or coined the term "scientific temper."
It is widely known that Nehru introduced and popularized the concept of "scientific temper" in his seminal work, The Discovery of India.
Correct Option:
C) The Discovery of India — Jawaharlal Nehru articulated the concept of scientific temper in his book The Discovery of India. He emphasized the importance of a rational, objective, and scientific approach to understanding the world and solving problems, advocating for a spirit of inquiry and reform.
Incorrect Options
A) Glimpses of World History — This book is a panoramic survey of world history, written by Nehru for his daughter Indira Gandhi. While it reflects Nehru's intellectual curiosity, it is not the primary source for his articulation of scientific temper.
B) A Bunch of Old Letters — This is a collection of letters written by and to Nehru, providing insights into his personal and political life. It does not primarily focus on articulating philosophical concepts like scientific temper.
D) unity of india — This is not a standalone book title by Nehru. While the theme of India's unity is central to many of his writings and speeches, it is not the title of a specific book where he articulated the concept of scientific temper. The concept of unity is explored within works like The Discovery of India.
