The country needs strong emphasis on teaching and research in basic science, said Vice President M. Hamid Ansari here on Saturday. Despite achievements in many fields, there is little evidence of scientific temper in noticeable segments of Indian society, including the elite, as irrational beliefs and practices persist. He also remarked that universities had become mere teaching centres, while research was being ignored. Governor Vajubhai R Vala, Suttur seer Sri Shivaratrideshikendra Swami, Vice Chancellor B.G.Sangameshwar, principal Syed Shakibur Rahman, elected representatives, faculty and students of SJCE were present. What is paradoxical is that after much efforts to inculcate rational outlook among the citizens, we find that even scientists who practice science do not necessarily possess a scientific temper,” he added.

Source: The Hindu July 23, 2016 08:16 UTC