Question: Recently Prof. M G K Menon passed away, He was a-
(a) Economist
(b) Physicist
(c) Sociologist
(d) None of these
Ans:(b)
Related facts:
- On 22 November 2016; Prof. M G K Menon Former Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRI) chairman passed away in New Delhi. He was 88.
- Prof. Menon has done Scientific Work in Cosmic Rays, Particle Physics.
- He also headed the Indian Space Research Organisation in 1972 as its chairman.
- He was the director of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research at the age of 35 years.
- He is a recipient of Padma awards(1968), including Padma Vibhushan (1985).
- Menon had done scientific work in cosmic rays, particle physics and distinguished himself with investigations in the field.
- Menon was a member of the Planning Commission (1982-1989), Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister (1986-1989), Vice President, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) (1989-1990) and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) during 1990-96.
- He was also a Fellow of the Indian Academy of Sciences and the Royal Society of London.
Reference:
http://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/acclaimed-physicist-and-ex-isro-chief-prof-mgk-menon-dies-at-88/story-KhdZ36LxxsH1z1CasRb6CN.html
http://www.isro.gov.in/about-isro/prof-m-g-k-menon