With reference to ‘Hydropower’ consider the following statements:1.Hydropower is a renewable source of energy. 2.Hydroelectric generation is 100% free from greenhouse gas emission.3.Hydroelectric generation reduces dependence on fossil fuel.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: C

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 and 3 are correct. Hydropower is a renewable source of energy. Hydroelectric generation reduce dependence on fossil fuel.

Statement 2 is incorrect. Hydroelectric generation is not 100% free from greenhouse gas emission.