{"id":120375,"date":"2026-08-21T17:08:08","date_gmt":"2026-08-21T11:38:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=120375"},"modified":"2026-08-21T17:08:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T11:38:08","slug":"antarctic-treaty-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/antarctic-treaty-system\/","title":{"rendered":"Antarctic Treaty System, Member Countries, Rules, Indian Role"},"content":{"rendered":"

The <\/span>Antarctic Treaty System<\/b> is one of the most successful international governance frameworks in the world. It regulates activities in Antarctica and ensures that the continent remains dedicated to peace and scientific research. The framework began with the Antarctic Treaty 1959 and has expanded through several legally binding agreements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In 2026, the treaty marks 65 years since it entered into force on 23 June 1961. Today, the Antarctic Treaty System continues to play a vital role amid climate change, growing geopolitical competition and increasing interest in Antarctic resources.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is the Antarctic Treaty System?<\/b><\/h2>\n

The <\/span>Antarctic Treaty System <\/b>is a group of international agreements that govern Antarctica and the Southern Ocean region. Its main objective is to ensure that Antarctica is used only for peaceful purposes and scientific cooperation. The system applies to all land, islands and ice shelves south of 60\u00b0 South Latitude, covering nearly 10% of the Earth’s surface. The Antarctic Treaty System has become a global model of international cooperation by preventing conflict, promoting research and protecting one of the planet\u2019s most fragile environments.<\/span><\/p>\n

Antarctic Treaty 1959<\/b><\/h2>\n

The <\/span>Antarctic Treaty 1959<\/b> is the foundation of Antarctic governance and remains central to the Antarctic Treaty System.<\/span><\/p>\n