Question

Kerala is generally considered a:

• A. Self-sufficient State
• B. Agricultural Powerhouse
• C. Industrial Hub
• D. Power Deficit State

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Power Deficit State

• Despite having significant hydel capacity, Kerala is predominantly a power deficit state, meaning its internal generation capacity is insufficient to meet the total power demand.

• It has to import a substantial amount of electricity (often over 60%) from the central generating stations and other states through the regional grid.