Energy In Haryana


 
 
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Energy In Haryana

Energy is a critical factor in infrastructure for sustained economic growth. In addition to its widely recognised role in development of different sectors of the economy, it makes a direct and significant contribution to economy in terms of revenue generation, increasing employment opportunity and enhancing the quality of life. Hence, affordably priced reliable supply of electricity is necessary for effective development of the state.

Haryana state has limited availability of natural sources of energy. There is very less hydro generation potential in the state. Even the coal mines are far away located from the state. There is very limited forest area. Wind velocity prevailing in the state is also not sufficient to exploit the power generation.

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Question : 1

Which of the following are correct :

(a) In Haryana, consumption of electricity is highest in the industrial sector as per December 2019 estimates.

(b) After the formation of Haryana, Haryana State Electricity Board was set up in 1969.

(c) In 1970, all the villages in the state of Haryana were electrified.

Right Option : C
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Question : 2

Which of the following are correct :

(a) Haryana is the third state in the country to link all its villages with electricity.

(b) Large number of power plants were set up in Haryana during the tenure of Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hudda.

Right Option : B
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Question : 3

Which of the following are correct :

(a) The solar intensity is relatively low in Haryana.

(b) Wind and nuclear energy sources are also being developed in Haryana.

(c) Haryana is the first state in the country to link all its villages with electricity during the tenure of Chief Minister Bansilal.

Right Option : B
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