Q66. With reference to coal-based thermal power plants in India, consider the following statements:
- None of them uses seawater.
- None of them is set up in water-stressed district.
- None of them is privately owned.
How many of the above statements are correct?
- Only one
- Only two
- All three
- None
Correct Answer: Option (d)
- In India, several coal-fired thermal power plants employ seawater for a variety of functions, including cooling the condenser system. Seawater is a frequent supply of cooling water for power plants near the coast. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
- According to a report, 40 percent of the country’s thermal power plants are located in areas facing high water stress, a problem since these plants use water for cooling. Scarce water is already hampering electricity generation in this region. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
- There are both privately and publicly owned coal-fired thermal power stations in India. The country’s power generation is a collaboration of corporate and public companies. For example, Adani Power Limited is the country’s largest thermal power producer company. Hence, statement 3 is not correct.
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