Which one of the following sectors is the largest contributor to carbo

Which one of the following sectors is the largest contributor to carbon dioxide emissions from fuel consumption in India ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Electricity and heat production” option2=”Transport” option3=”Manufacturing industries and constructions” option4=”Others” correct=”option1″]

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UPSC NDA-2 – 2016

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The correct answer is Electricity and heat production.

In India, the combustion of fossil fuels, primarily coal, for electricity generation is the largest single source of carbon dioxide emissions.

India relies heavily on thermal power plants, mainly coal-based, to meet its energy demands. Burning coal for power generation releases significant amounts of CO2, making the electricity and heat production sector the largest contributor to India’s CO2 emissions from fuel combustion. While other sectors like transport and manufacturing also contribute substantially, the power sector’s emissions are significantly higher due to the large scale of fossil fuel (especially coal) consumption.

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