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NATIONAL SCIENCE DAY

National Science Day:

• February 28 is annually observed as National Science Day in India to commemorate the discovery of the Raman Effect by Nobel laureate Dr C V Raman.
• The day is celebrated since 1987.
• The theme for National Science Day 2021 is “Future of STI: Impacts on Education, Skills, and Work”.
• The observance of this day aims to motivate the students to gain hands-on experience in the field of science.
• The celebration of National Science Day consists of public speeches, science movies, science exhibitions, events based on science themes, concepts, and many more activities.
• The government of India felicitates scientists who have contributed immensely in the field of science

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