Dr. K. Kasturirangan passes away; PM recalls his role in ISRO and the NEP
Dr. K. Kasturirangan, former head of India's space programme and a key figure in drafting the National Education Policy, passed away; Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled his passing on 25 April 2025.
Summary
Dr. K. Kasturirangan, described by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a towering figure in India's scientific and educational journey, passed away; the Prime Minister condoled his passing on 25 April 2025. The PM said Dr. Kasturirangan served ISRO with great diligence, steering India's space programme to new heights, and that his leadership witnessed ambitious satellite launches. He said India will always be grateful to him for his efforts during the drafting of the National Education Policy (NEP), and called him an outstanding mentor to many young scientists and researchers.
Key facts
- Condolence
- PM Narendra Modi, 25 April 2025
- ISRO
- Steered India's space programme to new heights
- Education
- Efforts during drafting of the National Education Policy (NEP)
- Also
- Mentor to many young scientists and researchers
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Dr. K. Kasturirangan, whose passing the Prime Minister condoled on 25 April 2025, is remembered for his efforts during the drafting of which policy?
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Correct answer: B — National Education Policy
The PM said India will always be grateful to Dr. Kasturirangan for his efforts during the drafting of the National Education Policy (NEP).
Consider the following about the Prime Minister's tribute to Dr. K. Kasturirangan on 25 April 2025: 1. The PM said he served ISRO with great diligence, steering India's space programme to new heights. 2. The PM credited him with drafting the National Strategy for AI. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The PM credited him for his efforts on the National Education Policy, not the National Strategy for AI.