In India today, energy comes from nuclear power stations and from cow-pat furnaces, and communications are achieved with satellites and with bullock carts. Scientists and technologists are improving both the ancient and the modern technologies. How do the Indian people respond to their work? In the second of two assessments of Indian science and technology, Colin Tudge explores this question and examines the implications of changes to traditional practices for the future development of the country.
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