Comprehension :
National Science Day
National Science Day is observed in India every year on February 28 to commemorate Dr. C. V. Raman's ground breaking discovery of the 'Raman Effect' on that day in 1928. This significant achievement earned him the Nobel Prize for physics in 1930, making him the first Asian to receive this honour. Dr. Raman's ability to find science in ordinary things revitalised scientific curiosity in India.
The celebration of National Science Day shows the importance of science in our lives. Activities such as speeches, radio programs, TV shows, Science movies, exhibitions, debates, quiz competitions and teachers are organized in schools and colleges to highlight the role of science in creating better systems and improving our understanding of the living world.
Dr. Raman's advice - "Ask the right questions, and Nature will open the doors to her secrets" - Serves as an inspiration for future scientists. As we celebrate this special day, let us foster a scientific mind-set and encourage curiosity, striving to be the future discoveries of new scientific wonders.
Nobel Prize Year for Dr. C. V. Raman
This question relates to National Science Day and the achievements of Dr. C. V. Raman, as described in the provided text.
The comprehension passage states that National Science Day is celebrated on February 28th every year to honor Dr. C. V. Raman's discovery of the 'Raman Effect'.
Key Information from Text
- Dr. C. V. Raman made a groundbreaking discovery of the 'Raman Effect' in 1928.
- This discovery led to him receiving the Nobel Prize for Physics.
- The text explicitly mentions: "This significant achievement earned him the Nobel Prize for physics in 1930".
Determining the Nobel Prize Year
By carefully reading the passage, we can find the specific year Dr. C. V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize. The text clearly states the prize was awarded in 1930.
Therefore, the year Dr. C. V. Raman received the Nobel Prize for Physics is 1930.
Important Questions from Passage Based Questions (Notes)
This will probably make you want to visit Luxembourg on your next family vacation: The tiny EU country is seeking to make travel free on its trains, trams and buses as part of efforts to reduce traffic congestion and air pollution. The re-elected coalition government of liberal Prime Minister Xavier Bettel said "free public transport will be introduced in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg's territory" from early 2020.
Georges Merenz, who heads the FNCTTFEL-Landesverband, Luxembourg's main transport union, expressed concerns that the government plan would lead to job losses if nobody was needed to sell tickets. "As long as it is not cleared up, we cannot accept that," Merenz told AFP. He added he was also concerned people in rural areas would not benefit from free travel.
Statement:
Luxembourg's transport union is happy with the initiative taken by the government.
Choose the appropriate one from the following options
A -The statement is definitely true.
B -The statement is probably true.
C-The statement is cannot be determined.
D -The statement is definitely false.
- What day is celebrated every year on February 28?
- What is emphasised on National Science Day ?
- Why are activities conducted in schools and colleges on National Science Day ?
- What did Dr. C. V. Raman discover ?
