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Recently, the term “pumped-storage hydropower” is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of the following?

UPSC · 2024 · Environment
Question:
Recently, the term “pumped-storage hydropower” is actually and appropriately discussed in the context of which one of the following?

Options

(a) Irrigation of terraced crop fields
(b) Lift irrigation of cereal crops
(c) Long-duration energy storage
(d) Rainwater harvesting system
Answer: (c) Long-duration energy storage

Explanation:
Pumped-storage hydropower is a method of storing energy by pumping water to a higher elevation during low demand and releasing it to generate electricity during high demand periods.

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