In October 2024, a Cherenkov telescope- largest in Asia, designed to study cosmic events and unravel mysteries surrounding black holes, was established by Department of Atomic Energy at which of the following places in India?

Ladakh

The correct answer is Option 1: Ladakh

On October 4, 2024, the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) inaugurated the MACE Observatory at Hanle, Ladakh. This Cherenkov telescope is the largest in Asia and the highest in the world at over 4,300 meters above sea level. Cherenkov telescopes detect Cherenkov light, which is emitted when charged particles move faster than the speed of light in a medium. This telescope is designed to study cosmic events and unravel mysteries surrounding black holes.