With reference to the Indian aviation sector, which of the following statements are correct? 1. India is the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market. 2. The number of operational airports in India has doubled in recent years. 3. Delhi and Mumbai airports have achieved Level 4+ Carbon Accreditation. Select the correct answer using the codes given below: |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Indian aviation sector, which of the following statements are correct?
1.India is the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market.
2.The number of operational airports in India has doubled in recent years.
3.Delhi and Mumbai airports have achieved Level 4+ Carbon Accreditation.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. India is now the world’s third-largest domestic aviation market, after the United States and China. The number of operational airports in India has doubled in recent years. In 2014, there were 74 operational airports in India. By 2023, this number had increased to 147. Delhi and Mumbai airports have achieved Level 4+ Carbon Accreditation, showing sustainability efforts in the aviation industry.

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