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Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarma- ment and Development for 2014 was given to which one of the following?

aBhabha Atomic Research Centre
bIndian Institute of Science
cIndian Space Research Organization
dTata Institute of Fundamental Research
✓ Correct answer: c) Indian Space Research Organization
ExplanationIn 2014, the award was conferred upon ISRO for its re- markable achievements in space technology and its role in scien- tific advancement and national development.The Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development is awarded annually for exemplary contributions to peace, sustainable de- velopment, and scientific progress.ISRO continues to make strides in space technology, with projects like Chandrayaan-3, Gaganyaan, and Aditya-L1. The Mars Orbiter Mission (Mang- alyaan) was a key factor in ISRO receiving this award, making India the first country to reach Mars in its maiden attempt and at a low cost.176

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