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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. National Metrology Conclave 2. Mannathu Padmanabhan
1. National Metrology Conclave
Context:
National Metrology Conclave to be held.
About the Conclave:
- The National Metrology Conclave 2020 is being organised by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-National Physical Laboratory (CSIR-NPL), New Delhi.
- The theme of the conclave is ‘Metrology for the Inclusive Growth of the Nation’.
Additional information:
- The Prime Minister will also dedicate the National Atomic Timescale on the occasion of the National Metrology Conclave.
- The National Atomic Timescale generates Indian Standard Time with an accuracy of 2.8 nanosecond.
Context:
PM pays tribute to Sri Mannathu Padmanabhan on his Jayanti.
About Mannathu Padmanabhan:
- Mannathu Padmanabhan (1878 – 1970) was an Indian social reformer and freedom fighter from Kerala.
- He took part in anti-untouchability agitations and advocated opening temples for people of all castes.
- He also participated in the Vaikom Satyagraha.
- He is also known for his founding of the Nair Service Society (NSS).
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