Question

From the following, identify the wrong statement/s with regards to Department of Atomic Energy (DAE):

• A. DAE directly operates India’s 21 nuclear reactors
• B. DAE run directly under the Prime Minister’s Office
• C. DAE has a mission to enhance the share of nuclear power sector by deployment of indigenous and other proven technologies
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

A. DAE directly operates India’s 21 nuclear reactors

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is responsible for the generation of nuclear power and also operates India’s 21 nuclear reactors. Where NPCIL is a central-government-owned corporation administered by the DAE.