Archive · 1 Jun 2025
Memorial Advocates for Jayant Narlikar's Textbook Inclusion
Scientists and colleagues recently held a memorial to remember Jayant Narlikar, a famous astrophysicist.
They want his life and work to be taught in schools, especially in Maharashtra, to inspire young scientists.
Narlikar believed the universe always existed, unlike the Big Bang theory.
He was also against including astrology in science.
His colleagues highlighted how he encouraged independent thinking and provided opportunities for researchers through the IUCAA program.
This program helped scientists access resources and make significant contributions to astronomy.
Raghunath Mashelkar suggested including Jayant Narlikar's legacy in textbooks.
The memorial was held in Pune, Maharashtra.
Speakers included Ajit Kembhavi and R. Srianand, who shared insights into Narlikar's work.
Narlikar opposed pseudoscience and advocated for scientific reasoning.
IUCAA's associateship program, championed by Narlikar, provided opportunities for researchers.
- Who
- Raghunath Mashelkar, Ajit Kembhavi, and R. Srianand.
- What
- A call to include Jayant Narlikar's legacy in school textbooks.
- When
- At a memorial organized on Saturday.
- Where
- Pune, Maharashtra.
- Why
- To inspire young scientists and promote scientific thinking.
Opponents
Supporters
Astrology in Syllabus
Opponents
Not explicitly stated.
Supporters
Narlikar actively opposed the introduction of astrology in the syllabus, advocating for scientific principles.
Big Bang Theory
Opponents
Not explicitly stated.
Supporters
Narlikar believed in the quasi-steady state theory.
- Organization
- Pune International Centre
- Jayant Narlikar's Profession
- Astrophysicist
- Narlikar's Theory
- Quasi-steady state theory
- Institution
- IUCAA