Q. Which Indian recently received the IAF World Space Award for the Chandrayaan-3 mission?
Answer: S. Somnath
Notes: Dr. S. Somanath, ISRO Chairman, was honored with the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) World Space Award for the success of Chandrayaan-3. The award was presented in Milan, Italy, recognizing India's achievements in space exploration. Chandrayaan-3 made a historic landing near the Moon's South Pole on August 23, 2023. India became the first nation to land near the Moon’s South Pole and joined an elite group capable of lunar landings. This award highlighted India's growing role in the global space community.

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