When was electricity production in India commenced using nuclear energy?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) 1969

Explanation:

• India started generating electricity from nuclear energy in 1969.
• The first nuclear power station to supply electricity was the Tarapur Atomic Power Station (TAPS) in Maharashtra.
• This marked India’s entry into civilian nuclear power generation.

Information Booster:

• Tarapur’s Unit-1 and Unit-2 were the first BWR reactors in India.
• India’s nuclear power is managed by NPCIL (Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd.).
• Nuclear energy supports India’s long-term goal of a clean and reliable energy mix.
• India operates multiple reactor types: PHWR, BWR, and PFBR (developing).
• Nuclear power helps reduce dependence on fossil fuels.