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NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2016 Shift 2 📅 02 Apr, 2016

Which astronomer was placed under house arrest for supporting heliocentrism?

A
Nicolaus Copernicus
B
Galileo Galilei
C
Johannes Kepler
D
Friedrich Bessel
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NTPC Graduate Tier 1
2016 • 02 Apr, 2016 • Shift 2
Which astronomer was placed under house arrest for supporting heliocentrism?
Correct Answer
Galileo Galilei
Scientific Paradigm Shift: Heliocentrism, the astronomical model placing the Sun at the center of the solar system, was initially proposed by Nicolaus Copernicu......
Ref/Book : NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2016
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💡 Analysis & Explanation
Scientific Paradigm Shift ▼
Heliocentrism, the astronomical model placing the Sun at the center of the solar system, was initially proposed by Nicolaus Copernicus.
The Controversy ▼
However, it was another brilliant astronomer who aggressively championed this theory using early telescope observations, putting him in direct theological conflict with the Roman Catholic Inquisition.
Historical Consequence ▼
After a famous trial in 1633, Galileo Galilei was found 'vehemently suspect of heresy' and was placed under strict house arrest for the remainder of his life.
Conclusion ▼
Galileo Galilei is the historically accurate figure who suffered house arrest for this scientific truth.
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