National Technology Day

Question – When is ‘National Technology Day’ celebrated?
(a) May 12
(b) May 13
(c) May 11
(d) May 9
Ans: (c)
Related Facts:-

  • On May 11, 2018; National Technology Day was celebrated across the country.
  • It is to be noted that the Ministry of Science and Technology organizes this day on May 11 every year from the year 1999 in honor of the achievements in the field of innovation and technology.
  • This opportunity is celebrated for the success of science and technology in the service of the nation throughout the country.
  • It is known that this day is celebrated on May 11 due to great achievement in the field of technology.
  • On May 11, 1998, India conducted its second successful nuclear test in Pokhran (Rajasthan).
  • The then Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee had declared India as a full-fledged nuclear country after operation ‘Shakti’.
  • It gave to India the status of the sixth country to join the Nuclear Club.
  • Along with this, home-made aircraft ‘Hansa-3’ had a test flight on this day.
  • Apart from this, India successfully tested Trishul missile this day.

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