LPG Benefits
LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) as a fuel has which advantage?
- It is a dirty fuel
- It reduces household pollution to a large extent — Correct Answer
- It increases deforestation
- It wastes energy
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
LPG is a clean fuel — it reduces household pollution to a large extent. Also, energy wastage is minimised.
Key Points:
- Rural households traditionally use wood, dung cake, biomass causing pollution.
- This leads to deforestation, reduction in green cover, air pollution.
- Subsidised LPG is being provided to rectify the situation.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, C, D: LPG is a clean fuel that reduces pollution and minimises wastage.
📚 About this Topic — CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
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