Who became the first Indian to travel into outer space, aboard Soyuz T-11 on 3 April 1984?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Rakesh Sharma
- Step 1: Rakesh Sharma became the first Indian to travel to outer space when he flew aboard Soyuz T-11 on 3 April 1984, as part of the Soviet Interkosmos programme. Answer: Rakesh Sharma. It docked with the Salyut 7 orbital station, and he spent 7 days, 21 hours and 40 minutes aboard Salyut 7. Why not the others: Kalpana Chawla, Sunita Williams and Raja Chari don't fit.
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