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Maharashtra Board · Class 9 · History and Political Science
Summary of Science and Technology for Maharashtra Board Class 9 History and Political Science. After independence, India focused on developing its.
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Overview
After independence, India focused on developing its scientific and technological capabilities to become a self-reliant nation. Under Prime Minister Nehru's vision of nurturing scientific temper, India made remarkable progress in atomic energy, space research, missile development, and telecommunicati
Key Concepts
Established by Nehru with Dr
Established by Nehru with Dr. Homi Bhabha as first Chairman to develop atomic energy for peaceful purposes. Led to creation of nuclear reactors like A
First test conducted on May 18
First test conducted on May 18, 1974, under Indira Gandhi's leadership due to security concerns from China and Pakistan. Second test on May 11, 1998,
Led by Dr
Led by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam through IGMDP under DRDO. Developed Prithvi (1988) for surface-to-surface missions, Agni (1989) with 700km range, Akash
Established in 1969 with headquarters
Established in 1969 with headquarters in Bengaluru. Launched first satellite Aryabhatta (1975), developed remote sensing satellites like Bhaskar-1 and
Introduction of telex service (1963)
Introduction of telex service (1963), pincode system (1972), ISD service (1976), mobile phones (1994), and establishment of BSNL (2000). Sam Pitroda p
Learning Objectives
- To understand India's achievements in atomic energy and nuclear technology
- To learn about India's space research program and satellite technology
- To study the development of India's missile program and defense capabilities
- To examine the growth of telecommunications and technological infrastructure
- To appreciate the role of scientific institutions in India's development
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