The first recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physics from India was C. V. Raman. What was his discovery called? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The first recipient of the Nobel Prize in Physics from India was C. V. Raman. What was his discovery called?

A. Raman Effect

B. Raman Spectroscopy

C. All of the above

D. Raman Scattering

Answer: Option A

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He discovered the Raman Effect (inelastic scattering of light) and was awarded in 1930.

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Which of the following is the highest award given by the Sangeet Natak Akademi?

A. Bharat Ratna

B. Kalidas Samman

C. Sangeet Natak Akademi Award

D. Padma Bhushan

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Correct Answer: Option C

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A. 2014

B. 2010

C. 2016

D. 2012

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