I like to learn Science because it is not a desire or wish, but in the present scenario, it is a necessity. The toothbrushes you use need practical geometry, your mouthwash needs adequate amounts of chemicals, you need to have proportionate amount of nutrients so that you can remain healthy, you need to know how diseases are caused through unsafe drinking water or through intermediaries like mosquitoes. Moreover, you need to understand the needs of your surroundings. For example, deforestation is turning out to be a major cause for concern. A major step towards preventing this is the implementation of afforestation. I like gardening, and through this I also protect my environment. I knew more about gardening(water, seeds, sunlight etc.) through botany classes. Science proves to be a platform of intelligent learning and it has merged with the life of human beings that, behind every action there is a reason. Hence to lead a happy and a healthy life science is more than a desire. It is as significant as air is for breathing or water is for drinking.
R. Sabitha
Class IX, The High Range School, Mattupatty Estate, Munnar
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I like science because... My ambition is to become a doctor. Studying science will provide the knowledge in natural medicines. I would like to study about herbal medicines to improve my health and others health which is more economical and with no side effect. I wish to observe how a child grows exhibiting new activities every day by learning science; set up a garden and observe how a seed evolves in to plants. By studying science, I could improve my environment set up rain water harvesting, biogas production and solar energy in the neighborhood. We could educate others on pollution control, recycling and avoiding of plastic usage.I also would like to learn about anatomy of plants.
B.Haridhra,
Class IX, Sri Ramakrishna Vidyalaya Gurukulam,
Residential Mat. Hr.Sec.School, Ulundurpet
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Imagine a world without Science….it’s nothing but absolute darkness. Science and technology are like two eyes. Science, for me, is extremely fascinating. Everything, from a microscopic cell to the universe, has the name ‘Science’ written on it. It’s very inspiring and encouraging to make an effort to unravel the mysteries in and around us. This fuels my ambition to become an astronomer.
Science is everything, our past, present and future. Learning from the mistakes of the past and making today and tomorrow better, is my main motive to study Science. Learning science refreshes me and gives peace to my soul.
Science is fundamental in the progress of any nation. Advancement in Science is advantageous as it brings laurels and equality. It increases the trust and confidence of the citizens on the government. Betterment of Science is the same as the betterment of India. I want to serve India by doing research and innovating eco-friendly devices.
Nikitha Parakh
Class IX, The Oxford Senior Secondary School, J.P. Nagar, 1st Phase, Bangalore
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