Who was the first Indian to have a scientific research station in Antarctica? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who was the first Indian to have a scientific research station in Antarctica?

A. Dakshin Gangotri

B. Bharati

C. None

D. Maitri

Answer: Option A

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Dakshin Gangotri was the first Indian scientific research station established in Antarctica in 1983.

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