Why was theoretical physicist Ashoke Sen, a string theorist at Allahabads Harish Chandra Research Institute, in news recently?

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Why was theoretical physicist Ashoke Sen, a string theorist at Allahabad’s Harish Chandra Research Institute, in news recently?

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General Knowledge

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CAPF

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Theoretical physicist Ashoke Sen from Allahabad`s Harish Chandra Research Institute was in the news recently because he was one of the nine winners of the first Yuri Milner Fundamental Physics Prize. This prize is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of physics. Ashoke Sen, known for his work in string theory, was recognized for his groundbreaking research in this area.

Option 1 states that Ashoke Sen was nominated to the Rajya Sabha, which is incorrect. Option 3 suggests that he was selected as a jury member to decide on the awardees of the Nobel Prize for the year 2013, which is also incorrect. Option 4 suggests that he was selected for the S. S. Bhatnagar Award, but there is no information to support this.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2. Ashoke Sen`s achievement in winning the Yuri Milner Fundamental Physics Prize highlights his contributions to the field of theoretical physics.

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