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Prelims 2013 · Geography · Question 27

Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?

  1. Engineering
  2. Paper and pulp
  3. Textiles
  4. Thermal power

Answer

Thermal power

  • (a) Engineering) Engineering industries use water for cooling, washing and processing, but their overall water demand is much lower than heavy utility sectors. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (b) Paper and pulp) Paper and pulp is a highly water-intensive manufacturing industry, but in India it is not the largest overall consumer. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (c) Textiles) Textile processing uses substantial water in dyeing, bleaching and finishing, yet it is below the top consumer category. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (d) Thermal power) Thermal power plants require massive quantities of water mainly for cooling and steam generation; among listed industries, they are the maximum consumer of water in India. Verdict: Correct.
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