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    Consider the following Statements about: (1) In

    India, commercial energy consumption is more than non-commercial energy consumption. (2) Coal and lignite are the major source of energy in India. (3) Commercial energy consumption in rural areas is more than Urban areas. Which of the above statement(s) is/are CORRECT?
    A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 1 and 2 Only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 2 & 3 Only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    In India, commercial energy consumption makes up about 74 per cent of the total energy consumed in India. This includes coal and lignite with the largest share of 74 per cent, followed by oil at 10 per cent, natural gas at 9 per cent, hydro and other new and renewable energy at 7 per cent. Non-commercial energy sources consisting of firewood, cow dung and agricultural wastes account for over 26 per cent of the total energy consumption.

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