Q. Consider the following statements:

I. Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO2/ capita.

II. In terms of CO2 emissions from fuel combustion, India ranks second in Asia-Pacific region.

III. Electricity and heat producers are the largest source of CO2 emissions in India.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) I and III only

(b) II only

(d) I, II and III

Ans-c

Explanation

In terms of CO2 emissions from fuel combustion, India ranks second in Asia-Pacific region after China.

Hence statement 2 is correct

CO2 emissions by sector, India

Electricity and Heat producers – 53%

Transport -13%

Industry sector -24%

Residential – 4%

Hence statement 3 is correct

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