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Question 1Who led India to independence and is known for his philosophy of non-violence?See the answer +
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Mahatma Gandhi
Mahatma Gandhi, an iconic figure in India's struggle for independence, left a significant mark on the 20th century with his commitment to non-violence and civil disobedience. Through peaceful actions such as the Salt March, Gandhi not only challenged the British Empire but…
Read the full explanationQuestion 2Which researchers proposed the double helix model of DNA in 1953?See the answer +
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James Watson et Francis Crick
In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick published a model of the double helix structure of DNA. Their proposal was based on chemical rules established by Erwin Chargaff and on X-ray diffraction data obtained at King's College London. Rosalind Franklin notably produced…
Read the full explanationQuestion 3Which explorer discovered the sea route to India by rounding the Cape of Good Hope?See the answer +
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Vasco de Gama
This exploration by Vasco da Gama not only marked a turning point in the history of navigation but also laid the foundations for the golden age of discovery. By opening the maritime route to India, da Gama facilitated unprecedented direct access to…
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