With reference to PM-eBus Sewa Scheme, consider the following statements: 1. An e-bus is any bus whose propulsion and accessory systems are powered exclusively by a zero-emissions electricity source. 2. The scheme will help reduce noise and air pollution in Indian cities and also curb carbon emissions. 3. The scheme also aims to establish a network of underwater public transportation using specially designed electric buses that can navigate through submerged tunnels. Which of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to PM-eBus Sewa Scheme, consider the following statements:
1.An e-bus is any bus whose propulsion and accessory systems are powered exclusively by a zero-emissions electricity source.
2.The scheme will help reduce noise and air pollution in Indian cities and also curb carbon emissions.
3.The scheme also aims to establish a network of underwater public transportation using specially designed electric buses that can navigate through submerged tunnels.
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 –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. An e-bus is any bus whose propulsion and accessory systems are powered exclusively by a zero-emissions electricity source. The scheme will help reduce noise and air pollution in Indian cities and also curb carbon emissions.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The scheme aims to enhance green mobility in the cities. It will cover cities of Three lakh and above population as per census 2011 including all the Capital cities of Union Territories, North Eastern Region and Hill States.

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