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Which type of power plant typically has the lowest Plant Load Factor (PLF) among conventional sources in India?

ACoal-based Thermal Power Plants

BNuclear Power Plants

CHydroelectric Power Plants

DGas-based Thermal Power Plants

Answer:

D. Gas-based Thermal Power Plants

Read Explanation:

  • Gas-based plants often face fuel scarcity (due to dependence on imported LNG) or high fuel prices, leading to them operating at significantly lower PLFs compared to coal or nuclear plants, which are often run as base load.


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