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Objectives.- An overall objective of the Authority is to develop the Centres/facilities under the Authority in an integrated and scientific way to provide an opportunity for learning of science and also for inculcating scientific temper among students. The Authority shall also strive to inculcate rational thinking among young minds as advocated by Dr. H. Narasimaiah. The detailed objectives are as follows:- (a) popularization of Science and Technology Developments for human welfare; (b) development of a good educational and resource centre for students and teachers for enriching their knowledge in one stop destination; (c) creating an awareness and development of scientific attitude for environment and promotion of Eco-education thinking among the general public; (d) protection of culture and heritage; (e) dissemination of scientific information and better practices for various target groups; (f) to identify, encourage and nurture creative scientific talent especially among children and youth; (g) to identify priority areas of Science and Technology, which are useful for long term development of the State; (h) to organize and/or assist in organizing training courses, workshops, seminars, conferences, discussions, invited talks, consultancy services and exhibitions; (i) to supplement science education through hands-on minds-on concept and through experimentation to foster a spirit of scientific enquiry and creativity among the students; (j) to popularize astronomy-based education and related branches such as space science, technology and innovation among the students and general public through creating an interesting and stimulating learning situation; (k) learning science as an enjoyment, creating a positive experience about science, its history and philosophy along with heritage and culture; (l) providing a platform for other educational outreach activities including social studies, art and culture; and (m) exploration of various components of Authority through the concept of science.