III. It provides immediate commercial electricity to reduce fossil fuel dependency. Which is/are correct?

Question

ITER is considered important for India and the world because:

I. It demonstrates sustainable, clean fusion energy for the future.

II. It allows India to participate in cutting-edge nuclear fusion research.

III. It provides immediate commercial electricity to reduce fossil fuel dependency. Which is/are correct?

1. A. I only
2. B. I and II only (Correct answer)
3. C. I and III only
4. D. I, II and III

Correct Answer

Option B — I and II only

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is I and II only.

Key Points

• ITER is an experimental reactor - it does not provide commercial electricity (III is incorrect). I and II are correct.