Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Mineral and Energy resources

Question:

Which of the following is an example of conventional energy source?

Options:

Solar Energy

Geothermal Energy

Fossil Fuels

Wind Energy

Correct Answer:

Fossil Fuels

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Fossil Fuels

Option 1: Solar Energy. Incorrect. Solar is a non-conventional (renewable) energy source.

Option 2: Geothermal Energy. Incorrect. Geothermal is also a non-conventional energy source.

Option 3: Fossil Fuels. Correct. Fossil fuels such as coal, petroleum, and natural gas are traditional conventional energy sources, widely used for decades.

Option 4: Wind Energy. Incorrect. Wind is a non-conventional (renewable) energy source.