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Explain the role of flex-fuel vehicles in strengthening India’s energy security. Discuss the factors that may influence consumer adoption.

Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Q6. Explain the role of flex-fuel vehicles in strengthening India’s energy security. Discuss the factors that may influence consumer adoption. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question India’s push towards higher ethanol blending and the recent launch of flex-fuel vehicles have brought the issues of energy security, fuel diversification …

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Ultra-Enforcement Concrete

Context: The Government is working to reduce the cost of the construction of bridges and metros by 25 percent with the use of ultra-enforcement concrete, a technology adapted from Malaysia. About Ultra-Enforcement Concrete (UEC): Definition: High-performance concrete offering enhanced strength, durability, and cost-efficiency. Source: Adapted from Malaysian technology, aimed at reducing construction costs in India. …

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The ever-growing uncertainty of crude oil prices and geopolitical instability surrounding its supply, make it imperative for India to approach alternative fuels which are cleaner and cheaper on a mission mode. Critically Analyse.

Topic: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc. 5. The ever-growing uncertainty of crude oil prices and geopolitical instability surrounding its supply, make it imperative for India to approach alternative fuels which are cleaner and cheaper on a mission mode. Critically Analyse. (250 words) Difficulty level: Moderate Reference: Live Mint Why the question: With Goldman …

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