Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Infrastructure

Question:

According to you, which of the following statement(s) is/are not true?

  1. Tidal power is the most visible form of energy.
  2. Electricity is the most critical component of infrastructure that determines the economic development of the country.
  3. The growth rate of demand for power is generally lower than the GDP growth rate.
  4. Studies point out that in order to have 8 percent GDP growth per annum, the power supply needs to grow around 12 percent annually.
Options:

A and D

B and C

A and C

B and D

Correct Answer:

A and C

Explanation:

Power commonly called as electricity is the most visible form of energy.

Electricity is the most critical component of infrastructure that determines the economic development of the country.

The growth rate of demand for power is generally higher than the GDP growth rate.

Studies point out that in order to have 8 percent GDP growth per annum, the power supply needs to grow around 12 percent annually.