With reference to coal-based thermal power plants in India, consider the following statements :
1. None of them uses seawater.
2. None of them is set up in water-stressed district.
3. None of them is privately owned.
How many of the above statements are correct?
This questions was previously asked in
UPSC CSP Previous Year Paper (2023)
Only one
Incorrect AnswerOnly two
Incorrect AnswerAll three
Incorrect AnswerExplanation:
None of them uses seawater: This is incorrect. Many coal-based thermal power plants, especially those located near the coast, use seawater for cooling purposes. This is known as once-through cooling, where seawater is passed through the plant and returned to the sea.
None of them is set up in water-stressed district: This is also incorrect. Some coal-based thermal power plants are indeed set up in water-stressed regions, leading to competition for water resources between the plants and local communities.
None of them is privately owned: This statement is also incorrect. There are numerous privately-owned coal-based thermal power plants in India.
Given that all three statements are incorrect, the correct option is "None".
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By: Parvesh Mehta