'National Science Day' is celebrated in India on 28th of February every year. This day is celebrated to honour the Nobel laureate- Sir C.V. Raman for his invention of the ‘Raman effect’ on 28th February 1928. Rashtriya Vigyan Evam Prodoyogiki Sanchar Parishad (RVPSP) (National Council for Science & Technology Communication) of the Ministry of Science and Technology celebrates National Science day (NSD) to popularise the benefits of scientific knowledge and practical appropriation.
On this day, various activities are organized. Activities like debates, quiz competitions, exhibitions, lectures are held on this day. A different theme is selected every year and all the forth programmes and activities are based around that theme. The scientists for their remarkable contributions and dedication are honoured on this occasion by the whole nation.
Theme for National Science Day 2013: Genetically Modified Crops and Food Security.
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