Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman, commonly known as C.V. Raman, was an Indian physicist born on November 7, 1888. He is best known for discovering the Raman Effect, which explains how light interacts with molecules, leading to changes in its wavelength. This groundbreaking work earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930, making him the first Asian to receive this honor in the sciences. Raman's contributions extended beyond his famous discovery; he also made significant advancements in the fields of acoustics and optics. He served as the director of the Indian Institute of Science and founded the Raman Research Institute in Bangalore, which continues to promote scientific research in India.