Who is known as the ‘Father of Indian Chemistry’?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. PC Ray.
Prafulla Chandra Ray (PC Ray) is known as the ‘Father of Indian Chemistry’. A pioneering chemist, educator, and entrepreneur, he founded Bengal Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals, India's first pharmaceutical company, in 1901. Ray made significant contributions to inorganic chemistry, particularly in the study of nitrates and mercury compounds. He also authored the famous book A History of Hindu Chemistry. His efforts laid the foundation for modern chemical research in India and inspired generations of Indian scientists and industrialists.