Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation.
4. By relying on electric vehicles (EVs), India can decrease its dependence on imported fossil fuels, enhancing energy security. However, the reduction in subsidies for electric two-wheelers in India is expected to hinder the mass adoption of electric vehicles (EVs). Evaluate. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Down to Earth
Why the question:
The subsidy cuts may impact the affordability of EVs for consumers, potentially slowing down the transition to cleaner and sustainable transportation.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the impact of shifting to electric vehicles on the environment, economy and also to examine the impact of reduction in subsidy for EVs.
Directive word:
Evaluate – When you are asked to evaluate, you have to pass a sound judgement about the truth of the given statement in the question or the topic based on evidence. You must appraise the worth of the statement in question. There is scope for forming an opinion here.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by describing the electric vehicles (EV) technology vis-à-vis fossil fuel-based vehicles.
Body:
Mention the impact the EV can have on India economically in terms of reducing dependence on crude oil and reduced import bill and improved domestic energy independence.
Next, write about the environmental benefits of shift to EV – Give facts and figures relation to vehicular emission in India, the impact of it and how shifting to EV can be environmentally advantageous as well as sustainable in the long run.
Next, examine the impact of reduction of subsidy for EVs and measures needed to address it.
Conclusion:
Conclude with a way forward to ensure maximisation of potential benefits.
