Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) Nambi Narayanan.
Nambi Narayanan, a former ISRO scientist, was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2019 for his contributions to space science and technology, and in recognition of the injustice he suffered in the ISRO espionage case of 1994.
He played a significant role in developing liquid propulsion engines in India, which are critical for launching satellites.
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In 1994, Narayanan was falsely accused of espionage, but he was later acquitted and declared innocent by the Supreme Court in 1998.
In 2018, the Supreme Court ordered a compensation of ₹50 lakh for the violation of his fundamental rights.
His work laid the foundation for India’s cryogenic engine development, essential for heavier satellite launches.
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Padma Awards – Quick Facts
| Award | Established | Hierarchy |
|---|---|---|
| Padma Bhushan | 1954 | 3rd highest civilian award in India |
| Purpose | To honor distinguished service of a high order to the nation in various fields | |
| Presented By | President of India during a formal ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan |
| Field | Space Science |
|---|---|
| Key Role | Developed India's liquid propulsion systems |
| Institution | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) |
| Legal Case | Wrongly implicated in 1994, later exonerated |
| Awards | Padma Bhushan (2019), Supreme Court compensation (2018) |
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