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Who is the second Indian born American woman astronaut to fly to space ?
Question

Who is the second Indian born American woman astronaut to fly to space ?

A.

Sirisha Bandla

B.

Shreya Badla

C.

Ritu Karidhal

D.

Kalpana Chawla

Correct option is A

Sirisha Bandla is the second Indian-born American woman astronaut to fly to space. She was part of Virgin Galactic's Unity 22 mission, which marked her journey into space.
Important Key Points:
1. Sirisha Bandla is a part of the Virgin Galactic team, focusing on government affairs and research operations.
2. She flew to space on July 11, 2021, as part of Virgin Galactic's suborbital flight.
3. Her role involved conducting experiments during the flight.
4. She follows in the footsteps of Kalpana Chawla, the first Indian-born woman in space.
Information Booster:
 Shreya Badla: Not an astronaut; incorrect option.
 Ritu Karidhal: Known as the "Rocket Woman of India," involved in ISRO's Mars mission.
 Kalpana Chawla: First Indian-born woman astronaut, flew on two Space Shuttle missions.

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