Question 3To what extent did scientific development during this period put India on the path of modernityGS1GS1

'The hallmark of post-independent India has been its remarkable strides in science and technology'. To what extent did scientific development during this period put India on the path of modernity? (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks

Introduction

Post-independent India was faced with twin problem of poverty and technological backwardness, both were seen as interconnected by JN Nehru who provided based for S&T development.

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Main Body

Remarkable strides in S&T

1Establishment of National Physical Laboratory in 1947.

2Research was promoted through CSIR which was headed by Nehru himself.

3Establishment of INCOSPAR - space agency which later became ISRO.

4IITs were established - eg) Kharagpur.

5Atomic Energy Commission.

Scientific development putting India on path of modernity

Yes

1Promoted research and development in India.

2Building up talented youth to support the nation through IITs.

3Recognising the strength of atomic energy for nuclear capabilities.

4Rapid advancement in space sciences - eg) First satellite Aryabhata.

5Begun generals flourished in name of research.

1Brain drain occurred in large numbers from India.

2Called net charge the superstitions like female infanticide.

However, secret success of Chandrayaan - 3 points to the accomplishment of these scientific advancement.

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Diagram

Mind map/flowchart showing 'development' as central node with 5 branches: (1) Establishment of National Physical Laboratory in 1947, (2) Research was promoted through CSIR, (3) Establishment of INCOSPAR space agency, (4) IITs established, (5) Atomic Energy Commission

Clear identification of key institutions
Chronological reference (1947)
Specific examples (Kharagpur)
Mentions both civilian and scientific development

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AIR 92023

Subject & Paper

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Topic

Scientific Development in Post-Independent India

Institutional Development

S&T institutions and laboratories

Writing Stats

162

Total words

Paragraphs

formal and analytical

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