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What is the name of the first research station in Antarctica built by the government of India?

ADakshin Gangotri

BMaitri

CBharati

DHimadri

Answer:

A. Dakshin Gangotri

Read Explanation:

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.


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