Q. Consider the following statements::
1.The cost of running electric vehicles is significantly higher than that of running petrol or diesel vehicles.
2.The development of electric vehicle in India may not reduce the dependence on imports for the electric vehicle.
3.Electric roads are a potential solution to the limited range and charging time problems of electric vehicles, especially for long-distance travel.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 is incorrect. The cost of running electric vehicles is significantly less than that of running petrol or diesel vehicles.
Statement 2 and 3 are correct. The development of electric vehicle in India may not reduce the dependence on imports for the vehicle due to the dependence on lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries are imported. Electric roads are a potential solution to the limited range and charging time problems of electric vehicles, especially for long-distance travel.
Source: DNA
