A
Neither 1 nor 2
B
Both 1 and 2
C
1 only
D
2 only
Correct answer: (c) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite, and rare earths are recognized as key critical minerals for clean energy transitions. Statement 2 is incorrect because the government announced plans for a financial incentive scheme specifically focused on recycling critical minerals to secure supply chains.
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