Question

Match List-I with List-II:

• (A) – (I), (B) – (III), (C) – (II), (D) – (IV)
• (A) – (III), (B) – (II), (C) – (I), (D) – (IV)
• (A) – (III), (B) – (IV), (C) – (I), (D) – (II)
• (A) – (II), (B) – (IV), (C) – (III), (D) – (I)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

To solve the problem of matching List-I with List-II, we need to understand the connections between the provided elements: 

• Nuclear energy: Typically concentrated in specific regions with nuclear plants, primarily Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu in India.
• Gujarat and Rajasthan: Known for solar energy potential due to high solar insolation levels.
• Wind energy: Predominantly associated with Tamil Nadu and Gujarat due to favorable wind conditions.
• West Coast of India: Characterized by abundant monsoon rainfall and biodiversity.

The correct associations thus are:

1. (A) Nuclear energy – Linked with (III)
2. (B) Gujarat and Rajasthan – Linked with (II)
3. (C) Wind energy – Linked with (I)
4. (D) West Coast of India – Linked with (IV)

Thus, the correct option is: (A) – (III), (B) – (II), (C) – (I), (D) – (IV)

Answer 2

Here is the correct matching of energy types with their key locations or regions:

• (A) Nuclear energy – (III) Tarapur: Tarapur (in Maharashtra) is a key location for nuclear energy production in India. The Tarapur Atomic Power Station is one of the earliest nuclear power plants in India.
• (B) Wind energy – (II) West Coast of India: The west coast of India, particularly in states like Gujarat and Maharashtra, is rich in wind energy resources. These areas have been harnessing wind energy through numerous wind farms.
• (C) Tidal energy – (I) Gujarat and Rajasthan: Gujarat and Rajasthan have potential tidal energy resources, particularly in the coastal areas of Gujarat. There have been several initiatives to tap tidal energy in these regions.
• (D) Geothermal energy – (IV) Manikaran: Manikaran (in Himachal Pradesh) is known for its geothermal potential, where hot springs are used to generate geothermal energy.

Thus, the correct answer is (B): (A) – (III), (B) – (II), (C) – (I), (D) – (IV).