Captain Radhika Menon-first woman to receive the IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea
Q. Radhika Menon is in news recently. She is a- Published on 11 Jul 16a. Sculptor
b. Captain
c. Film Director
d. Social Activist
ANSWER: Captain
- Captain Radhika Menon is the first woman captain in the Indian Merchant Navy and will be the first woman to receive the IMO Award for Exceptional Bravery at Sea.
- The International Maritime Organization (IMO) – is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution by ships.
- This annual Award was established by IMO to provide international recognition for those who, at the risk of losing their own life, perform acts of exceptional bravery, displaying outstanding courage in attempting to save life at sea or in attempting to prevent or mitigate damage to the marine environment.