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    Question

    When did India receive exploration rights for the

    Central Indian Ocean Basin, valid till 2027?
    A 2000 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2001 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 2002 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 2005 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 2010 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    India was granted rights in 2002 for the Central Indian Ocean Basin for deep-sea exploration, valid till 2027. Later, in 2016, India also got rights for polymetallic sulphides (valid till 2031). The recent Carlsberg Ridge licence extends India’s exploration footprint under UNCLOS provisions.

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