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NDA 2025 · PYQ · Current Affairs / Science and Technology · hard

Which of the following statements about 'C-Bot' is/are correct? 1. It's an underwater vehicle to monitor coral reefs 2. It has been developed by CSIR and NIO. Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 only
  3. C.Both 1 and 2✓ Correct
  4. D.Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Both statements about C-Bot are correct. C-Bot is an underwater autonomous vehicle developed to monitor coral reefs in Indian waters. It was developed jointly by CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research) and NIO (National Institute of Oceanography). The C-Bot is designed to assess the health of coral ecosystems, particularly in areas like the Lakshadweep Islands and Andaman & Nicobar Islands, which are vulnerable to coral bleaching due to climate change. The device helps scientists gather crucial data on marine biodiversity and the impact of environmental changes on coral reef ecosystems.
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