Questions and Answers Session

1. Why is the colour of Mangal graha (Planet Mars) red?

- Government Higher Secondary School, Itakhedi, Bhopal.

Ans. Ferric oxide--rusty iron--is what gives Mars' sandy soil its distinctive red color. The red color is caused by oxidation of the iron-rich minerals on the planet's surface. Mars is covered by rust. Due to its red colour Mars is named after the Roman God of war.

2. What is Akash Ganga? Or What is the Milky Way?

- Ms. Yasmin Khan, Government Higher Secondary School, Bhopal.

Dynamics of Societal Transformation

I am indeed delighted to participate in the Vikram Sarabhai Memorial Lecture organized jointly by Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) and Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Foundation. I greet the organisers, members of the foundation, distinguished guests and friends. I was thinking on this occasion what thoughts I can share with you. The topic I have chosen is Dynamics of Societal Transformation.

Leadership Challenges

Synergy in Eye Care Mission

I am delighted to participate in the 52nd Tamilnadu State Ophthalmic Conference. I greet the organizers, ophthalmologists, distinguished medical practitioners, medical technologists, pharmaceutical specialists, medical industrialists and distinguished guests on this occasion. I appreciate the pioneering service rendered by Arvind Eye hospitals to the community through its network of eye care centres and free eye care camps in various parts of the country. Prevention of blindness and eye care is Tamilnadu is top.

Capacity Building for National Development

Mission of Developed India and the Youth

Evolution of Enlightened Citizens: Role of Teachers

I am indeed delighted to meet my fellow teachers from Jammu & Kashmir. My greetings to all of you. I would like to share with you some of my experiences.

Education with Value System

Righteousness in the heart

I am indeed delighted to interact with the students of Lady Doak College, which imparts education exclusively for women in Arts, Science, Commerce, Management and Information Technology. My greetings to the Principal, faculty members, and other distinguished participants and students of this college for empowering women through quality education and thereby raising their standards to contribute to the society. I would like to share with you some thoughts on "Righteousness in the heart".

Working towards Excellence

'Providing Quality Power to the Nation'

Pioneering Spirit: The learning Centre

Dynamic Entrepreneurship