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 Asia-Pacific region.
III. Electricity and heat producers are the largest sources of CO2 emissions in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
✅ Correct Answer: (C) II and III only
Explanation:
Statement I – Incorrect: In 2022, India’s per capita CO₂ emissions were 1.89 t per person (much higher than 0.5 t). They rose from 0.4 t in 1970 to over 2 t in 2023.
Statement II – Correct: India ranks 2nd in Asia-Pacific for CO₂ emissions from fuel combustion, after China (IEA data).
Statement III – Correct: Electricity & heat production, heavily coal-dependent, is the largest source of India’s CO₂ emissions (about 70%).
