proposal In this respect. has already been submitted to the Planning Dlvlson who are In the process of finding bilateral and international sources of cooperation for Its implementation. The Pol Icy also recommends uti I lzatlon of the expatriate nationals. retired eminent scientists and Induction of women Into S&T research. SERVICE CONDITIONS AND INCENTIVES FOR S&T PERSONNEL The successful Implementation of the National Science and Technology Pol Icy would depend critically on the competence. 206 devotion and job satisfaction of the personnel working In sclen­ttflc Institutions and establishments. It Is, therfore, essential to provide the R&D workers with. an environment conducive to creative work and to accord them a sta·tus In society commensurate with their role In national development. Attractive career pros­ pects and Improved service conditions are also necessary to attract and retain the best talent and skill available In the country for R&D activities. Some appropriate measures keeping In view the national scenario and resources have been recommended In order to provide suitable Incentives to the scientific manpower engaged In R&D work, prestlgeous status In society and conducive environment tor creative work. PROMOTION OF SCIENCE IN THE SOCIETY One of the Important pre-requisites for massive and rapid technical change Is the re-awakening of the creative faculties and Impulses of the whole people. Social and cultural constraints which are characteristic of a static and reactionary society seriously Impede the movement of science and assimilation of technology. The so~lety must create demand for science which Is possible only when there Is enough awareness about the potential of the science among the masses. To create a science minded society, science has to be popularized, that Js, Interpreted and diffused to the whole population. A number of proposals have therefore been Incorporated In the S&T pol Icy to popularlse science through mass media techniques. museums, ~clence centres. 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on the development and implementation of a National Science and Technology Policy, with a emphasis on promoting science and technology in the society, providing incentives for S&T personnel, and creating an environment conducive to creative work. The text also touches on the importance of popularizing science and technology through mass media and other means.

**Category**
Education, Science and technology