Dakshin Gangotri is the name of:

Correct option is D

Correct Answer: (d) Manned station at Antarctica
Explanation:
→ Dakshin Gangotri was India’s first Antarctic research station, established as a manned base for scientific studies.
→ It served as a logistical and research foothold during early Indian Antarctic expeditions.
→ Later it was replaced/upgraded by subsequent stations (e.g., Maitri).
Information Booster:
→ The station supported meteorology, glaciology and other polar research during its operational period.
Additional Information (Other Options):
(a),(b): Irrelevant interpretations.
(c): Although unmanned huts exist, Dakshin Gangotri was initially a manned research station.