Shackled Science
Biju Dharmapalan | 8 May 2024 | The Telegraph
Society is influenced by its ruling class. This influence can be noticed in every field associated with human life. The field of science is not an exception. There are several instances of political leaders influencing scientific research in the history of modern science.
The Edelman Trust Barometer survey has now unveiled this phenomenon in the Indian context. The Trust Barometer, conducted annually by the renowned global communications firm, Edelman, has revealed some intriguing phenomena. One such striking revelation is that even though there is widespread trust bestowed upon scientists globally, this trust is accompanied by a prevalent unease regarding governmental involvement in scientific research. The survey, spanning 28 countries and involving over 32,000 respondents from diverse cultural backgrounds, ranging from Mexico to Japan, underscores the magnitude of these sentiments on a global scale…