Consider the following statements regarding the Coal Gasification Incentive Scheme:1.The scheme is backed by a financial incentive of Rs 37,500-crore and is administered by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.2.Coal gasification is the process of converting coal into synthesis gas (syngas), which serves as a raw material for urea and synthetic natural gas production.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Quiz · Coal Gasification Incentive Scheme Zero Bids
Two Prelims-style questions on this topic from 5 September 2026. Choose an option to check yourself, then open the full note or today’s full quiz.
With reference to syngas produced via coal gasification, consider the following statements:1.It is primarily composed of carbon monoxide, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide.2.It cannot be used as an intermediate for producing methanol or ammonia.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?