With reference to the Indian Arctic Expedition 2026-27, consider the following statements: 1. The study focuses on the transformation of organic pollutants in Arctic ice and meltwater. 2. The research was conducted as part of the Indian Arctic Expedition 2025-26. 3. The research was conducted at a research station in Svalbard, Norway. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Indian Professor Collects Samples in Arctic Despite Challenging Weather

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Biotechnology & health research· Prelims· 30 September 2026

Arctic research and environmental monitoring: a relevant GS3 Science & Technology and Geography topic.

Why in news

Assistant Professor Manoj Panayamthatta Rayaroth completed a research assignment in Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard, Norway, to study organic pollutant transformation in Arctic ice as part of the Indian Arctic Expedition 2026-27.

Background

Manoj Panayamthatta Rayaroth from GITAM School of Science conducted research from August 17 to September 14, 2026, in Ny-Ålesund, Svalbard. The study focuses on the transformation of organic pollutants in Arctic ice and meltwater to develop mitigation strategies.

Facts for Prelims

PlaceNy-Ålesund is a research station located in Svalbard, Norway
FactThe research was conducted as part of the Indian Arctic Expedition 2026-27
S&TThe study focuses on the transformation of organic pollutants in Arctic ice and meltwater

Prelims practice question

With reference to the Indian Arctic Expedition 2026-27, consider the following statements:

The study focuses on the transformation of organic pollutants in Arctic ice and meltwater.
The research was conducted as part of the Indian Arctic Expedition 2025-26.
The research was conducted at a research station in Svalbard, Norway.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: The note states it was part of the Indian Arctic Expedition 2026-27.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of India's involvement in Arctic research and the importance of monitoring and mitigating organic pollutants in polar regions.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Environmental monitoring: Transitioning from data collection to active mitigation strategies for polar pollutants
Geopolitical significance: India's expanding scientific footprint in the Arctic Circle for climate research

Keywords: Arctic Expedition · organic pollutants · mitigation strategies · polar research · environmental monitoring

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