Question

Antarctica is the coldest region of the world, and is known as :

• A. The White Continent
• B. The Ice Kingdom
• C. The Frozen Land
• D. The Snow Realm

Answer 1

Answer:

A. The White Continent

Antarctica

• Antarctica stands fifth in size.

• It is the coldest region of the world, and is known as 'the White Continent' since it is covered with snow throughout the year.

• There is no permanent human settlement but many countries have set up research centres for climate studies and mineral explorations in this continent.

• Maitri and Bharathi are the Indian research centres in Antarctica.

• India opened a post office in 1983 at its first Antarctic Research Centre named Dakshin Gangotri.