With reference to coal-based thermal power plants in India, consider the following statements: 1. None of them uses seawater. 2. None of them is set up in water-stressed district. 3. None of them is privately owned. How many of the above statements are correct?

1. None of them uses seawater — Incorrect. Some coastal coal-based thermal power plants in India do use seawater for cooling, especially where freshwater is scarce.

2. None of them is set up in water-stressed district — Incorrect. Multiple coal thermal plants are located in water-stressed districts, which has been a policy and environmental concern.

3. None of them is privately owned — Incorrect. India has several privately owned coal-based thermal power plants (e.g., plants operated by major private power companies).

So, none of the statements is correct.