Though India now has a large base in science and technology, which is fast expanding, it is still a long way from releasing its potential of becoming a world leader in science. Name some important factors, which in your view have hindered the advancement of science in India.

Explanation

Some of the important factors which have hindered the growth of science in India are given below :
(i) Lack of infrastructure and funds for quality research work in science.
(ii) Science education is neither properly oriented nor directed.
(iii) Poor pay scales and other facilities to scientists as compared to administrators.
(iv) There is practically no coordination between the researchers and the industrialists.