Since the beginning of civilisation man had an urge to control the forces of nature.

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and technology had been of great help to man in this regard. He has always been in quest for
ways for improving his lot. It is the result of his efforts that man has come from Stone Age to
computer age. Now he has all the amenities and luxuries at his disposal.
Science has made our life easy and comfortable, healthy and enjoyable. It has made transport
and communication easier and faster. We have succeeded in controlling certain diseases. The
diseases which were considered incurable s few years ago are easily and effectively cured
today. It is the science and technology which has helped us to be self-reliant in food grain
production. We have high-yielding varieties of crops and technology and machines which
contribute to produce more harvests in the same land areas. Science and technology has
brought prosperity in villages.
Science has changed our day-to-day life. Gone are the days when only the rich could afford
the luxuries. Thanks to the spread of globalisation and liberalisation that all the luxuries are
within the reach of man. Today, an average middle class family can afford TV, washing
machine, refrigerator, computer, internet, etc. At the turn of the switch a man can witness an
event taking place in far-off places. The gifts of science has provided mankind a respite from
the severity of natureheat and cold. Certainly, mans life today is far easier and
comfortable than his predecessors.
One of the greatest wonders of science is the invention of mechanical man popularly known
as robot. It is one of the delightful curiosities of modern technology. The robots are being
seen as a substitute to human labour. The days are not far when these robots will be installed
in factories, workshops and offices. This is a mechanical brain which can do great works with
speed and accuracy. Now we have super computers which can make calculations of billions
within seconds. It has made our tasks easier.
Science has brought revolution in the field of nutrition science. The synthetic products
prepared with the help of science are doing great service to those who are suffering from
malnutrition. It is a new hope for millions in developing countries. In addition, we have
vegetable ghee and vitaminised medicinal food stored in little capsules. There are a variety of
such food items which serve as a rich source of malnutrition.
But the irony is that man himself has started the misuse of the power of science. It is
increasingly being used for damage and destruction in the form of deadly weapons and a
mere trigger of a button can spell doom to this beautiful planet. The latest one in the list of
the deadly weapons is the germ warfare. It has made war more dangerous and destructive.
There are poisonous gases which cause pollution.
Science and technology should be used for the benefits of society. Better sense should
prevail. Our scientists should come forward to promote society for the beneficial uses of their
findings. Science is always there to serve the society constructively or destructively. It is
we, human beings, who have to decide how to use science. To say, we should be very rational
and judicious in the use of science for the betterment of humanity so that one and all can
benefit from it.