SSC
INDIAN POLITY
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Question
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International Energy Agency announced that lockdown in India has led to 30% fall in the country’s energy demand. Where is the headquarters of IEA located?
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Vienna
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Paris
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Rome
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Abu Dhabi
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Strong economic growth brings with it more demand for coal‐fired power generation and in the use of coal to produce iron, steel and cement. Coal‐fired power capacity increases from 240 gigawatts (GW) in 2021 to 275 GW in 2030, while there is limited use of electric arc furnaces in industry.
Detailed explanation-2: -Background: India became an Associate member of IEA in March 2017 but it was in engagement with IEA long before its association with the organization.
Detailed explanation-3: -The IEA is made up of 31 member countries.
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