Correct option is B
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) was established on August 15, 1969. It was formed by Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, who is considered the father of the Indian space program. ISRO was created with the goal of harnessing space technology for national development while pursuing space science research and exploration. It emerged from the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR), which was set up in 1962 under the Department of Atomic Energy.
Important milestones related to ISRO:
1962: INCOSPAR was formed under the Department of Atomic Energy, laying the foundation for India's space program.
1969: ISRO was formally established, making this the correct year of formation.
1972: The Space Commission and the Department of Space were set up, bringing ISRO under the Department of Space.
1958: This year is unrelated to ISRO's formation; it relates to the formation of the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay (AEET).
