CSIRPRL history

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When was Vikram Sarabhai born?

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1919

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Sarabhai served as Director of PRL between:

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1965–1971

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In which year was PRL founded?

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1947

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Who founded the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL)?

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Vikram Sarabhai

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Where did PRL have its humble beginning?

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RETREAT, Sarabhai's residence

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What was the initial area of research at PRL?

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Cosmic Rays and the properties of the Upper Atmosphere

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When was PRL formally established?

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November 11, 1947

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Where was PRL formally established in 1947?

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M.G. Science College, Ahmedabad

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Which foundations supported PRL’s early development?

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Karmakshetra Educational Foundation & Ahmedabad Education Society

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What was added later to PRL’s research areas?

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Research in Theoretical Physics and Radio Physics