A
To completely replace State List subjects in cooperative governance
B
To reduce fossil fuel imports and lower carbon emissions through high-blend bioethanol usage
C
To maintain foreign currency denominated fixed deposits for non-residents
D
To restrict international commercial shipping through maritime chokepoints
Correct answer: (b) To reduce fossil fuel imports and lower carbon emissions through high-blend bioethanol usage
Explanation
Option B is correct as E100 (pure hydrous ethanol) and the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme aim to substitute crude oil imports and reduce environmental emissions. Options A, C, and D refer to cooperatives, banking deposits, and maritime security respectively, which are entirely outside the scope of automotive biofuels.
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