Which of the following statements is/are correct with regard to Jaitap

Which of the following statements is/are correct with regard to Jaitapur, which is situated in Rajapur Tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra ?

1. It was one of the important ports in ancient and early medieval times
2. It is a proposed nuclear power plant site being constructed with the collaboration of France

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This question was previously asked in

UPSC CAPF – 2014

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Both statement 1 and statement 2 are correct regarding Jaitapur.

Statement 1 is correct. Jaitapur has a historical significance as a port, known to have been involved in trade during ancient and early medieval periods, connecting the Konkan coast to other regions.
Statement 2 is correct. Jaitapur is the planned site for a large nuclear power plant project being developed with the technical collaboration of France (specifically with companies like Areva, now Orano and EDF).

The proposed Jaitapur Nuclear Power Project involves setting up multiple European Pressurised Reactors (EPRs). The project has faced local opposition and regulatory hurdles but remains a planned key infrastructure project for India’s energy needs. Its historical importance as a port dates back centuries, facilitating maritime trade along the western coast.

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