Abstract

Prafulla Chandra Ray is a prominent figure in the field of chemical education in India whose contributions have been pivotal in shaping the landscape of modern chemistry in the country. As one of the founding fathers of chemical education in India Rays innovative approach not only influenced the development of academic institutions but also laid the groundwork for an indigenous scientific community. This abstract aims to encapsulate the journey of Ray’s contributions examining his role as both an educator and a researcher highlighting his legacy and the impact of his work in fostering scientific thought. Ray’s academic endeavors especially in the establishment of the first indigenous chemical laboratory and his approach to teaching and research set new standards in scientific inquiry. This paper also critically explores his methodologies influence on future generations of chemists and the institutionalization of chemical education in India. The aim is to assess how Rays vision of combi