In which of the following years was the Bihar State Hydroelectric Power Corporation established?

Question

In which of the following years was the Bihar State Hydroelectric Power Corporation established?

1. A. 1992
2. B. 1982 (Correct answer)
3. C. 1998
4. D. 1990

Correct Answer

Option B — 1982

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is 1982.

Key Points

• The Bihar State Hydroelectric Power Corporation (BSHPC) was established in 1982 to develop and manage hydroelectric power generation in the state.
• It was set up to harness the hydro potential of Bihar's rivers and canal systems for electricity generation.
• The corporation operates small and medium hydro projects and works towards adding clean, renewable power to the state grid.

Additional Information

• the creation of a dedicated hydro corporation reflected the state's effort in the early 1980s to institutionally separate and strengthen power generation, making 1982, option (B), the correct year.