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2017

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who inaugurates APJ Abdul Kalam’s memorial in Rameswaram?
A
Shri Rajesh Sharma
B
Shri Nagesh Rao
C
Shri Narendra Modi
D
Shri Vivek Sharma
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The memorial was designed and constructed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) as a tribute to Kalam and to display the cultural heritage and ethnic diversity of India. It was officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in July 2017.

Detailed explanation-2: -Detailed Solution. Narendra Modi inaugurated the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Memorial in Rameshwaram.

Detailed explanation-3: -Kalam Memorial was inaugurated at Dilli Haat, INA on July 30, 2016 to keep the legacy of Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam alive in the heart of every Indian. This memorial is a fitting testimony of our undying love for the ‘People’s President’ as he was fondly called.

Detailed explanation-4: -APJ Abdul Kalam, popularly known as the Missile Man of India, served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007. He passed away on July 27 in 2015 while delivering a lecture at the Indian Institute of Management, Shillong.

Detailed explanation-5: -World Students’ Day is observed on the birth anniversary of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam. In 2010, it was decided to observe World Students’ Day on October 15, the birthday of Dr Kalam, to honour the contributions of the renowned scientist to the nation, especially in the field of education and research.

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