Which famous scientist was the first to hold the post of 'Scientific Adviser to the Government of India' (1948)?
A. Homi Bhabha
B. Meghnad Saha
C. Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar
D. C. V. Raman
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Dr. Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar was appointed the first Scientific Adviser to the Government of India in 1948, and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) flourished under him.
Explanation:
The Hunter Commission (Disorders Inquiry Committee) was set up in 1919 by the British government to investigate the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. It submitted its report in 1920 and censured General Dyer.
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