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India's Tech & Science Evolution Since 1947


General Knowledge  •  1 Aug, 2023  •  19,372 Views  •  ⭐ 3.0

Written by Shivani Chourasia


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As India celebrates its Independence Day, it's a perfect time to reflect on the nation's tremendous growth and advancements since 1947, particularly in the domains of science and technology. This journey, marked by resilience and innovation, has undoubtedly transformed India into a global technological powerhouse.

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Laying the Foundations: The Early Years

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The initial years post-independence saw India focusing heavily on building a robust educational infrastructure. Institutes like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), and the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) were established, igniting the flame of technological and scientific development.

Spreading Wings in Space

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India's maiden venture into space was marked by the formation of the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR) in 1962, which later evolved into the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). From launching small sounding rockets from a Kerala fishing village to placing the Mars Orbiter Mission into Mars' orbit in 2014, ISRO's feats have been nothing short of extraordinary. The low-cost Mars mission, at just $74 million, is a testament to India's cost-effective innovation – it cost less than the budget of the Hollywood movie "Gravity"!

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Atomic Energy: Harnessing the Power Within

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India's prowess in atomic energy, spearheaded by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), is remarkable. Despite international hurdles and embargos after the peaceful nuclear test in 1974, India managed to develop an indigenous nuclear program. Today, India operates numerous nuclear power plants contributing to the nation's energy grid.

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