A
2 only
B
1 only
C
Neither 1 nor 2
D
Both 1 and 2
Correct answer: (b) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because the scheme aims to evacuate 135 GW of renewable energy and establish 50 GWh of battery energy storage capacity. Statement 2 is incorrect because transmission projects under Phase-III will be allocated via Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding, not by administrative nominations.
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