Question

Which are the Indian research centres in Antarctica?

• A. Saraswati and Laxmi
• B. Aryabhata and Indira
• C. Vindhya and Satpura
• D. Maitri and Bharathi

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Maitri and Bharathi

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.