Science and Technology · India's Polar Research Programme
With reference to India's polar research programme and associated institutional and legal frameworks, consider the following statements: I. Maitri and Bharati are both located in Antarctica and are operated under the aegis of the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research. II. Himadri, situated in the Arctic region, was established prior to Bharati and primarily supports studies related to cryosphere and atmospheric sciences. III. Dakshin Gangotri, though no longer functioning as a full-fledged research station, continues to be maintained as a logistics and supply base in Antarctica. IV. India's activities in both the Arctic and Antarctic regions are governed by the provisions of the Antarctic Treaty System, which applies uniformly to both polar regions. Which of the statements given above are correct?
- 1I and II only✓
- 2I, II and III only
- 3II, III and IV only
- 4I, III and IV only
Correct answer
I and II only
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