Q1. Which among the following States depends primarily on thermal power ?
(a) Kerala
(b) West Bengal
(c) Tamil Nadu
(d) Karnataka
(UPSC Prelims 1979)
Answer: (b) West Bengal
Explanation: West Bengal relies heavily on thermal power, especially from coal-based plants like Durgapur and Farakka. Its limited hydro resources make thermal energy the dominant source of electricity.