Consider the following statements:
I. Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO2/capita.
II. In terms of CO2 emissions from fuel combustion, India ranks second in the Asia-Pacific region.
III. Electricity and heat producers are the largest sources of CO2 emissions in India.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
- A.I and III only
- B.II only
- C.II and III only
- D.I, II and III
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: C. II and III only
India's per capita CO2 emissions are indeed below the global average and also below 0.5 t CO2/capita in many assessments, making statement I potentially misleading or inaccurate depending on the exact year and data source, though often cited as low. However, data consistently shows India as a significant emitter in the Asia-Pacific, particularly from fuel combustion, and often ranked second after China. The power sector, encompassing electricity and heat production, is a dominant source of CO2 emissions in India due to its reliance on coal.
Source: UPSC gs1 2025