Which ministry has approval to set up 38 radar stations to boost surveillance of the countrys 7, 517 km long coastline.

2017

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Which ministry has approval to set up 38 radar stations to boost surveillance of the country’s 7, 517 km long coastline.

A	Ministry of Finance
B	Ministry of Home Affairs
C	Ministry of Defence
D	Ministry of Science and Technology

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -It operates under the Ministry of Defence.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is Maldives. India on 27 March 2022 handed over a coastal radar system to the Maldives. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar handed over the upgraded coastal radar system to the commander of the Maldives National Defence Force, Maj Gen Abdulla Shamaal.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Costal Surveillance Radar is the primary sensor for Integrated Costal Surveillance System (ICSS). It is capable of detecting sub 20 meter boats such as county boats, dinghies and fishing vessels in heavy sea clutter environment in all weather conditions. The radar is capable of operating 24x7.

Detailed explanation-4: -Stakeholders in oceanic governance Several agencies including the Indian Coast Guard, Indian Navy, Coastal Security Police, Customs, Fisheries, Port Authorities, Intelligence Agencies, and other Central and State Departments look after maritime security and governance.

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