Vikram Sarabhai   Scientist, 1912-1971 Master Mind With an astonishing diversity of interests, Vikram Sarabhai, the son of a rich text mill owner, wrote 80-odd scientific papers, set up 40 institutions, initiated the nation’s space programme and headed its nuclear mission in the ’60s. "We look down on our scientists if they engage in outside consultation. We implicitly promote the ivory tower."