Q. With reference to the PM E-DRIVE Scheme (Prime Minister Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement), consider the following statements:
1.It aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles, establish charging infrastructure, and build a robust EV manufacturing ecosystem in India.
2.The scheme offers subsidies for electric cars or hybrid cars.
3.Under the scheme, an Aadhaar-authenticated e-voucher system has been introduced to streamline the process of accessing subsidies.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanations –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The PM E-DRIVE Scheme is designed to promote the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), develop essential charging infrastructure, and build a strong EV manufacturing ecosystem in India. The scheme introduces an Aadhaar-authenticated e-voucher system to streamline the process of accessing subsidies for eligible EV buyers.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The PM E-DRIVE Scheme does not provide subsidies for electric cars or hybrid cars. The focus is on electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, trucks, buses, and ambulances. Electric cars are excluded from direct subsidies under this scheme.
Source: DD News
