Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Hydropower is the second highest power producing source globally.
2.Hydropower production is expected to increase across the country in the coming future.
3.Compared with North India, South India is projected to experience higher warming in the future.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 and 2 are correct.  Hydropower is the second highest power producing source at 13% and it is a significant contributor to clean global electricity generation. Hydropower production is expected to increase across the country due to substantial increase in precipitation leading to increased inflow to the reservoirs.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Compared with central and south India, north India is projected to experience higher warming in the future.

Source: The Hindu