Statement-I: India, despite having uranium deposits, depends on coal for most of its electricity production. Statement-II: Uranium, enriched to the extent at least 60%, is required for the production of electricity. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Options

1. Both correct and II explains I
2. Both correct but II does not explain I
3. I correct but II incorrect
4. I incorrect but II correct

Correct Answer

I correct but II incorrect

Explanation

India relies mainly on coal for power generation. For nuclear power, uranium enriched up to about 3–5% is sufficient; 60% enrichment is used for weapons, not electricity generation.

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