About Science
The word "Science" came from a Latin word "scientia", which in the English language means "knowledge". Science is said to be a systematic enterprise, which builds as well as organizes knowledge in its testable form of predictions and explanations regarding the universe or any kind of physical matter. It is defined in the New Collegiate Dictionary of Webster as the attainment of knowledge through practice or study.
Science in India
The Indian sub-continent got introduced to science and technology during the pre-historic age at Mehrgarh, the place that presently belongs to the country of Pakistan. Continuing through the different stages of the civilization of Indus Valley and various empires in the nation, science has reached the point, when India is counted among the top ranking countries, who have gained fame in the sector of basic research. The present Indian science is considered to be one of the powerful instruments for the growth and development of the nation. It has got a significant and continual contribution to the emerging scenario as well as the competitive economy of the Republic of India.
In the earlier days, science in India meant the study of the subjects of biology, chemistry, geology, mathematics, medical science and physics. However, with the passage of time, social science founded a place in the category.
thematical Sciences Office
Last Updated on : 13 February 2012
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