India celebrates a 77-Year Journey - Technologically and Democratically Independent
As India marks its 77th year of independence this year, it is a momentous occasion to reflect on the phenomenal journey the country has taken since 1947. Since 1950, India has been a federated republic administered by a democratic parliamentary government. It is a multicultural, multilingual, and multi-ethnic society. Starting from then and there, India's progress and achievements have been nothing short of astounding, from a nation that battled tirelessly for its independence to a global force in science and technology. This blog delves into the story of India's remarkable journey of independence and the strides it has made in the realm of science and technology over the last 76 years. Technology in Ancient India If we define technology as a human means of influencing the material world around us, the first stone tools in the Indian subcontinent date back over two million years. Moving forward in time, from the Neolithic revolution around 9,000 years ago t...