Who co-invented the Jaipur foot in 1969?

Question

Who co-invented the Jaipur foot in 1969?

1. A. Dr. P.K. Sethi (Correct answer)
2. B. Dr. Vishwa Mohan
3. C. Dr. Ved Prakash
4. D. Karpurchand Kulish

Correct Answer

Option A — Dr. P.K. Sethi

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Dr. P.K. Sethi.

Key Points

• The Jaipur Foot (Jaipur Limb) was co-invented in 1969 by Dr. Pramod Karan Sethi (orthopaedic surgeon at SMS Hospital, Jaipur) and master craftsman Ram Chandra Sharma.
• It is an affordable prosthetic limb designed for Indian terrain and lifestyle.

प्रश्न (हिन्दी में)

1969 में जयपुर फुट का सह-आविष्कार किसने किया?

1. A. डॉ. पी.के. सेठी
2. B. डॉ. विश्व मोहन
3. C. डॉ. वेद प्रकाश
4. D. कर्पूरचंद कुलिश