With reference to coal-based thermal power plants in India, consider the following statements: 1. None of them uses seawater. 2. None of them is set up in water-stressed district. 3. None of them is privately owned. How many of the above statements are correct?

Options

  1. Only one
  2. Only two
  3. All three
  4. None

Correct Answer

None

Explanation

All statements are incorrect. Some coal plants use seawater (e.g., coastal ones), some are in water-stressed areas, and several are privately owned.


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