Question

Which of the following correctly matches with the title “Rocketman of India”?

• A. S. Somanath
• B. G. Madhavan Nair
• C. K. Sivan
• D. A. S. Kiran Kumar

Answer 1

Answer:

C. K. Sivan

• Correct Answer: Option C) K. Sivan

• Dr. K. Sivan is popularly known as the “Rocket man of India” for his contributions to launch vehicle technology

• He played a crucial role in the development of ISRO's Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) program

• He was instrumental in the development of the indigenous Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mk III (GSLV Mk III)

• He served as the chief architect of the SITARA software, used for designing and analyzing launch vehicles

• Under his leadership, India attempted the Chandrayaan-2 lunar mission

• He comes from a humble background - born in Tamil Nadu to a farmer family, he became the first graduate from his family

• He is known for his expertise in rocket engineering and trajectory mechanics