NCAOR - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following statements is/are correct about National Center for Antarctic and Ocean Research (NCAOR)?

1. It is situated in Vasco, Goa.
2. NCAOR is an agency working under Ministry of Earth Sciences.

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Both

Explanation:
NCAOR is responsible for administering the Indian Antarctic Program and maintains the Indian government's Antarctic research station, maitri. NCAOR was established on 25 May 1998, with Dr. P C Pandey as its founding director.

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