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Match List-I with List-II: Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Question

Match List-I with List-II:

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(A) – (I), (B) – (III), (C) – (II), (D) – (IV)

(A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV)

(A) – (III), (B) – (IV), (C) – (I), (D) – (II)

(A) – (II), (B) – (IV), (C) – (III), (D) – (I)

Solution

Correct option is B

The correct matching is
(A) Nuclear energy: India has several nuclear power plants, but Tarapur in Maharashtra is one of the oldest and largest facilities. (Matches with (III) Tarapur)
(B) Wind energy: The west coast of India, particularly Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, has strong wind patterns, making it a prime location for wind farms. (Matches with (I) Gujarat and Rajasthan). While Rajasthan is also developing wind power, Gujarat currently leads in installed wind energy capacity.
(C) Tidal energy: India is exploring tidal energy potential in various locations, but the west coast has promising sites due to tidal movements. Projects are underway in Gujarat and Maharashtra. (Matches with (II) West Coast of India)
(D) Geothermal energy: Manikaran in Himachal Pradesh is one of the few locations in India with geothermal activity, making it a potential site for geothermal power generation. (Matches with (IV) Manikaran)