Science for Society

Science is a way of life.

Science is a perspective.

Science is the process that takes us from

Confusion to understanding in a manner that is

Precise,Predictive and Reliable.

Moreover science is an experience that is Empowering and Emotional.

Science and society are in constant and fruitful interaction through scientists. It is science that gives us a rationalised approach to truth.It is a path of reason, knowledge and dynamism to reality. Science stands for change and challenge in the face of old routined practises.

While historians and archaeologists reveal the mystery of the future. Society has a well established law and order that facilitates research ,observation, experimentation which is conducted for the society. Without a society no scientific research and development in technology is possible. The growth and development of science is in direct proportion to the development and growth of our society.

The importance of science to society is highlighted by our 1st prime minister in his quote, ‘’Science teaches us new ways of doing things. Perhaps, it improves our conditions of industrial life but the basic thing is that science teaches us to think straight and not be afraid of discarding or accepting anything.

Science has helped us tremendously over the past 2 centuries. It has helped us in conquering diseases, hunger, famine, distances and physical and geographical barriers. It is science that is providing solutions for all the environment related issues. From the race to the moon to the coronavirus vaccine science has dynamised human life tremendously.

‘’The true spirit of science lies in the search and discovery of truth.’’

(This write-up was actually 2 1/2 pages long. But my paraphrasing to 2 minutes ended up this way...Hope it gave you the importance of science in our society;)

- Bharathi Senthilkumar

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