Which Indian-born scientist won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2009? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which Indian-born scientist won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2009?
A. Venkatraman Ramakrishnan
B. Hargobind Khorana
C. S. Chandrasekhar
D. C. V. Raman
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Venkatraman Ramakrishnan won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2009 for studies of the structure and function of the ribosome. He was born in Chidambaram, India.

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Practice More Awards and Honours Questions

Question #1
Who was the first Indian to be awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics?
A. C.V. Raman
B. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar
C. Homi J. Bhabha
D. Jagadish Chandra Bose

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
C.V. Raman won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930 for his work on the scattering of light (Raman Effect).

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours
Question #2
Which award is given for 'Bravery' to armed forces personnel in India?
A. Param Vir Chakra
B. None of these
C. Arjuna Award
D. Padma Vibhushan

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Param Vir Chakra is the highest gallantry award for military personnel.

This question belongs to: Static General Knowledge Awards and Honours
Question #3
The 'Vikram Sarabhai Award' is given by which organization?
A. ISRO
B. Indian Space Association
C. CSIR
D. DRDO

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Vikram Sarabhai Award is given by ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) for contributions to space science.

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