Consider the following statements :
I. Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO2/ capita

Question

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 sources of CO2 emissions in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Analyzing statements about India's CO₂ emissions:

I. CO₂ emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO₂/capita: Incorrect. India's per capita CO₂ emissions are approximately 1.9-2.0 tonnes per capita, which is significantly higher than 0.5 tonnes, though still much lower than global average and developed countries.

II. In terms of CO₂ emissions from fuel combustion, India ranks second in Asia-Pacific region: Correct. India ranks second in the Asia-Pacific region after China in total CO₂ emissions from fuel combustion, reflecting its large population and growing industrial activity.

III. Electricity and heat producers are the largest sources of CO₂ emissions in India: Correct. The power sector, primarily coal-based electricity generation and heat production, accounts for the largest share of India's CO₂ emissions, followed by industry and transportation.

Answer

I and III only

Answer

II only

Answer

II and III only

Answer

I, II and III

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