Q. Which of the statements given about India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO) is not correct?

[A] It is a proposed Pure-Science underground laboratory.

[B] The proposed site of the observatory is in Bodi West Hills, in Theni district.

[C] The observatory is jointly supported by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Department of Science & Technology (DST) with DST acting as the nodal agency.

[D] Its primary goal is to study the properties and interactions of neutrinos.

Answer: C
Notes:

About India-based Neutrino Observatory (INO):

  • TheIndia-based Neutrino Observatory (INO) is a proposed Pure-Science underground laboratory. Its primary goal is to study the properties and interactions of
  • The observatory is jointly supported by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Department of Science & Technology (DST) with DAE acting as the nodal agency.
  • The proposed site of the observatory is in Bodi West Hills, in Theni district. The site is spread across Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

Why is the observatory being opposed by the Tamil Nadu Government?

Firstly, the observatory, if constructed, will affect the flora and fauna of the Periyar Tiger Reserve and Mathikettan Shola National Park in the Western Ghats.

Secondly, the tunneling works for the proposed project involve blasting hard and composite rock in the Western Ghats. This would impact the conservation efforts in the Western Ghats.

Thirdly, the project area links the Periyar Tiger Reserve in Kerala with Srivilliputhur Meghamalai Tiger Reserve. Quarrying and construction activities will upset wild animals which use the corridor for seasonal migrations.

Source:  Space Technology

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