With reference to coal-based thermal power plants in India, consider the following statements: 1. None of…

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 districts. 3. None of them is privately owned. How many of the above statements are correct?
  1. Only one
  2. Only two
  3. All three
  4. None

Solution

Per the official UPSC key, the answer is B. All three statements are factually false — most coaching keys marked D. UPSC officially marked B.

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2023

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