​The Government of India (GoI) is introducing the adoption of E20 fuel.
​1. To promote green fuels like ethanol.
​2. To Adopt E20 fuel with blending of 45 percent of ethanol with gasoline as an automotive fuel.
​3. To reduce emissions of carbon dioxide and hydrocarbons.
​Select the correct answer by using the code mentioned below.​

Correct option is D

​The correct answer is: (d) Both 1 and 3
​· Statement1–Correct:  The adoption of E20 is aimed at promoting green fuels like ethanol, which are renewable and environment-friendly.
​· Statement2–Incorrect:  E20 means 20% ethanol blended with 80% petrol, not 45% ethanol. Hence, this statement is factually wrong.
​· Statement3–Correct:  E20 fuel helps in reducing emissions of carbon dioxide and hydrocarbons, thereby contributing to better air quality and climate action.
​ Information Booster:
​· E20 fuel was launched in February 2023 across select states.
​· Ethanol blending supports India's goals for energy security and reduction of crude oil imports.
​· E20 is part of the National Bio-Energy Programme and Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme.
​· Helps India progress toward net-zero carbon goals by 2070.
​· Ethanol is derived from sugarcane, maize, and damaged food grains.
​ Additional Information:
​· The E20 roadmap targets full rollout by 2025–26.
​· India's current ethanol blending level (as of early 2025) is approximately 12% to 15%.
​· Vehicle manufacturers are producing E20-compliant engines to match this transition.​