Previous year MCQs

General science UPPSC 2018 GS-I
Question

According to J.V. Narlikar which of the following has so far NOT been considered as a science?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Astrology

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Astrology”.
According to J.V. Narlikar, Astrology has so far NOT been considered as a science.

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