Ministry of Earth Sciences

Polar Science and Cryosphere (PACER) scheme – UPSC Prelims

Ministry : Ministry of Earth Sciences Scheme: Scheme has been approved for continuation from 2021 to 2026. PACER encompasses the following components: Construction of polar research vessel Construction of the third research base in Antarctica Indian scientific endeavours in the Arctic Polar expeditions-Antarctica Southern Ocean Expedition It is implemented through the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR). …

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Atmosphere & Climate Research-Modelling Observing Systems & Services (ACROSS) – UPSC Prelims

Ministry : Ministry of Earth Sciences Aim: The scheme aims at improving skill of weather and climate forecast through sustained observations, intensive Research & Development. Scheme: It consists of nine sub-programmes which are multi-disciplinary and multi institutional in nature and will be implemented in integrated manner. It seeks to addresses different aspects of weather and …

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