Chapter 3


1. What does INSV stand for?

Answer: INSV stands for Indian Naval Ship Vessel.


2. When was INSV Tarini commissioned to Indian Navy service?

Answer: INSV Tarini was commissioned to Indian Navy service on 18th February 2017.


3. Who is Tara-Tarini?

Answer: Tara-Tarini is the patron deity for sailors and is worshipped for safety and success at sea.

She is also considered the guardian deity of the Indian Navy's ship INSV Tarini.


4. Where did the crew undergo their basic training?

Answer: The crew underwent their basic training at INS Mandovi, located in Goa.


5. How long were they trained to undertake this voyage?

Answer: They were trained for almost three years before undertaking the voyage.


6. Which skill was considered important in the selection process?

Answer:  Mental preparedness was considered an important skill in the selection process, more than physical fitness.


7. Who mentored the crew?

Answer: The crew was mentored by Commander Dilip Donde, the first Indian to solo-circumnavigate the globe.h. Which quality of the skipper helped to bring out a successful expedition?

a. Who among the crew mentioned about teamwork?

b. When did they witness the brilliant southern lights from the sea? How did the sky appear there?

c. What festival did they celebrate during their expedition?



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Here are the answers to questions h to k:


8. Which quality of the skipper helped to bring out a successful expedition?

Answer:  The skipper’s leadership and decision-making skills, along with her ability to keep the team motivated and focused, helped bring out a successful expedition.


9. Who among the crew mentioned about teamwork?

Answer: Swathi P mentioned the importance of teamwork and how the crew supported one another during the expedition.


10. When did they witness the brilliant Southern Lights from the sea? How did the sky appear there?

Answer:  They witnessed the Southern Lights while crossing the Tasman Sea.

Answer:  The sky appeared lit up in green light, and they were absolutely awestruck by the rare and unexpected sight.


11. What festival did they celebrate during their expedition?

Answer:  They celebrated Diwali during their expedition, along with three birthdays and occasions like crossing the Equator and the International Date Line