Multiple choice general knowledge

He is mathematician and astronomer of the 12th century. His name is associated with India's seventh satellite. He is?

  1. Aryabhatta

  2. Bhaskara I

  3. Bhaskara II

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bhaskara II (also known as Bhaskaracharya) was a renowned 12th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer. India's seventh satellite, launched in 1979, was named Bhaskara II in his honor. Aryabhatta was earlier (5th century) and Bhaskara I was 7th century.

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