UPSC 2023ScienceModerate

Consider the following statements : Statement-I : India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. Statement-II : Uranium, enriched to the extent of at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

a
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I
b
Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I
c
Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect
d
Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct
Economic GeographyEnergy Resources and Nuclear EnergyUranium depositsCoal dependenceElectricity productionUranium enrichmentLow-enriched uranium (LEU)

WANT TO PRACTICE LIKE THE REAL EXAM?

Don't just read questions. Take a full timed test with negative marking and detailed analytics to see where you stand.

Start Science Test Now