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The number of female scientists in India used to be very less compared to the males. This is again another sector where ‘man power’ was dominant. But with changing times, India is also taking steps forward in utilizing the female intelligence in the field of research and technology. One such lady who has certainly made her name famous in scientific world is Dr. Tessy Thomas. Thomas is the first Indian woman who headed a missile project. She is the Project Director of Agni-IV missile in Defence Research and Development Organization. She has also received Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award for her contribution in the field of missile technology. Thomas is famously known as ‘Missile Woman’ or ‘Agniputri (Daughter of Fire)’ in India.
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If you choose science, then it has many career options. Like you can go for engineering, research roles, and medical. Most of the parents and students choose science for their dream future. The main reason behind choosing science is that if they want to switch from science to another stream like commerce or arts after 12th, they can switch easily. There are several careers available if you choose science. The main subjects of the science stream are Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and Biology. Career options that are available if you choose science BSc Home Science /Forensic ScienceBTech or BE MBBS ( Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery)Bachelor of Pharmacy Bachelor of Medical Lab Technology
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The number of female scientists in India used to be very less compared to the males. This is again another sector where ‘man power’ was dominant. But with changing times, India is also taking steps forward in utilizing the female intelligence in the field of research and technology. One such lady who has certainly made her name famous in scientific world is Dr. Tessy Thomas. Thomas is the first Indian woman who headed a missile project. She is the Project Director of Agni-IV missile in Defence Research and Development Organization. She has also received Lal Bahadur Shastri National Award for her contribution in the field of missile technology. Thomas is famously known as ‘Missile Woman’ or ‘Agniputri (Daughter of Fire)’ in India.