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The book is an authentic description of
development of Defence R&D in India and first of its kind
which traces the origin of military research, its need under
British rule in India in early twentieth century, the R&D done
during two world wars, the independent India and defence
strategy at that time. The book describes in detail the
inception of Defence Research Organisation, appointment of
first Scientific Adviser and evolution of separate Defence
Research & Development Organisation catering to the needs of
Armed Forces in India. The book vividly describes the birth
pangs of the organisation, the hurdles faced and contours of
current organisation as envisaged by the founding fathers of
Independent India, and the milestones achieved during
1958-1982 and makes an engrossing reading. |
