(a) the number of women scientists working presently In various research and
educational institutes of the country; and
(b) the efforts being made by the Government to promote and encourage women
scientists?
(a) the number of women scientists working presently In various research and
educational institutes of the country; and
(b) the efforts being made by the Government to promote and encourage women
scientists?
MINISTER OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AND MINISTER OF EARTH SCIENCES(KAPIL SIBAL)
(a) There are 19,707 women scientists employed in research and development
establishments which include public, private and academic sectors, major
scientific agencies, state and central government ministries.
(b) The Government of India has taken many steps to promote and encourage
women scientists such as awarding them fellowships and awards. The Department
of Science & Technology has implemented a Fellowship scheme for women
scientists since the year 2003.The scheme under three categories WOS-A,WOS-B
& WOS-C aims to provide women scientists and technologists an opportunity to re-enter into the
field of science. 628 women scientists have availed the women
scientists` fellowships up to 2007-08.Similarly the Indian Council of Agricultural
Research and Department of Biotechnology have instituted annual awards for
women scientists.