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Consider the following statements regarding the nuclear power sector in India:1.The Atomic Energy Commission announced plans for the private sector to contribute 30 GW towards India's total 100 GW nuclear capacity goal by 2047.2.The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL) operates under the administrative control of the Ministry of Power.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A Neither 1 nor 2
B 2 only
C 1 only
D Both 1 and 2

Correct answer: (c) 1 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct because the Atomic Energy Commission plans for the private sector to contribute 30 GW toward India's 100 GW nuclear capacity goal by 2047, with private players investing around ₹7.5 lakh crore. Statement 2 is incorrect because NPCIL operates under the administrative control of the Department of Atomic Energy, not the Ministry of Power.

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