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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

In which profession does Jayant V. Narlikar, the recipient of the first-ever Govind Swarup Lifetime Achievement Award, belong?

A	Teacher
B	Scientist
C	Astronomer
D	Mathematician

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -Renowned astronomer and founder director of IUCAA, Prof Jayant V. Narlikar, received the inaugural Govind Swarup Lifetime Achievement Award from the Astronomical Society of India . Renowned astronomer and founder director of IUCAA, Prof Jayant V.

Detailed explanation-2: -Narlikar is internationally known for his work in cosmology, for championing models alternative to the popularly believed big bang model. He was President of the Cosmology Commission of the International Astronomical Union from 1994 to 1997.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Astronomical Society of India (ASI) is an Indian society of professional astronomers and other professionals from related disciplines. It was founded in 1972, with Vainu Bappu being the founder President of the Society, and as of 2010 has a membership of approximately 1000.

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