Which of the following correctly describes Samudra Manthan recently approved by the Union Cabinet?

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The correct answer is Option D: National Offshore Exploration Scheme. Samudra Manthan is the National Offshore Exploration Scheme under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, aimed at accelerating offshore oil and gas exploration and strengthening India’s energy security. The Union Cabinet approved Samudra Manthan on 31 July 2026 as a Central Sector Scheme for implementation up to FY 2030–31. The Cabinet-approved Phase-I outlay of Samudra Manthan is ₹84,084 crore, covering major investments in offshore exploration and related infrastructure. Samudra Manthan is expected to facilitate the accretion of more than 600 Million Metric Tonnes of Oil Equivalent (MMTOE) in hydrocarbon reserves, supporting greater domestic energy availability. Seismic mapping under the scheme is used to identify and analyse subsurface geological structures and potential hydrocarbon-bearing formations before exploratory drilling. India’s Exclusive Economic Zone is governed by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, under which India has sovereign rights for exploring, exploiting, conserving and managing natural resources in its EEZ. The scheme is strategically linked with reducing India’s dependence on imported hydrocarbons by expanding domestic offshore exploration and production, thereby strengthening energy security and reducing import-related pressures.

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National Deep-Sea Mining Mission

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National Maritime Security Scheme

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National Blue Economy Mission

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National Ocean Energy Scheme

Which of the following correctly describes SamudraManthan recently approved by the Union Cabinet?

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