Thanks to His recognized talent in science, He was named "Father of the Thai Science". And in commemoration of His Majesty's kind support and promotion of science which has extensively contributed to the country's progress and prosperity until today, the Thai government has announced August 18 of every year "The National Science Day."
Moreover, He had reconstructed Buddhism in many ways. In the meantime, He supported all existing religions in Thailand and granted freedom in believing in any religion. His Majesty had initiated Buddhism-related practice in various Royal Ceremonies. In an effort to improve Buddhism, both practice and theory, He established Dhammyuttika Nikaya, one of the sub-sect in Buddhism that focused on strictly accurate practice and theory. In 1853, He provided the renovation of Pra Pathom Chedi, known as the biggest and oldest pagoda in the country. This pagoda apparently serves as an evidence of the advent of Buddhism in Thailand, which has continuously flourished until today.