Question

Where is the National Atmospheric Research Laboratory located? 

• A. New Delhi
• B. Karnataka
• C. Madhya Pradesh
• D. Andhra Pradesh
• E.

Hint:

When studying scientific institutions, always focus on their location and their primary research field. NARL is located in \textbf{Andhra Pradesh} and focuses on atmospheric science.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The National Atmospheric Research Laboratory (NARL) is an autonomous laboratory located in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, and is part of the Department of Space, Government of India. NARL conducts research on atmospheric processes, weather prediction, climate modeling, and global atmospheric dynamics. Why option (D) fits: The lab is well known for its work in atmospheric science and is located in the state of Andhra Pradesh, with its main operations based in the town of Tirupati. Eliminations: Options (A) New Delhi, (B) Karnataka, and (C) Madhya Pradesh are incorrect because they do not house NARL. The laboratory is located specifically in Andhra Pradesh, making (D) the correct answer. Thus, the correct answer is Andhra Pradesh.