In Newscity
Kochi
Kerala, India
Why in news
Apr 2026
The CMLRE's Bhavasagara centre here was designated India's first national repository for deep-sea fauna.
Key facts
- The CMLRE's Bhavasagara centre here was designated India's first national repository for deep-sea fauna.
UPSC relevance
Prelims
Prelims may ask which state or country it is in and the recent event linked to it.
Mains
Mains (GS-1/GS-3): urbanisation and related governance or economic themes.
Asked in UPSC
2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2003, 2001, 2000, 1997
Frequently asked questions
Why is Kochi in the news?
Apr 2026: The CMLRE's Bhavasagara centre here was designated India's first national repository for deep-sea fauna.
Why is Kochi important for UPSC?
Prelims may ask which state or country it is in and the recent event linked to it. Mains (GS-1/GS-3): urbanisation and related governance or economic themes.
Last updated: 2026-10-09