Name the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman and Padma Bhushan awardee who created and unleashed a
historical moment when Mars Orbiter became the first Indian spacecraft to enter Martian orbit in a maiden attempt.
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SSC CGL 6 June 2019 Shift-1
K Radhakrishnan
Correct AnswerNandan Nilekani
Incorrect AnswerFali Nariman
Incorrect AnswerSundar Pichai
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
- K Radhakrishnan: He was the chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) during the Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan). This mission marked a significant achievement as India became the first nation to reach Mars orbit on its first attempt. He is also a Padma Bhushan awardee.
- Nandan Nilekani: A co-founder of Infosys and a key figure in India's technology field. He was also involved in the Aadhaar program but has no direct link to the Mars mission.
- Fali Nariman: An eminent jurist and senior advocate in India. His expertise is in legal affairs, not space exploration.
- Sundar Pichai: CEO of Alphabet Inc., which is the parent company of Google. While influential in technology, he is not related to ISRO or the Mars mission.
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By: santosh