Part-II
Chapter 7: Mineral and Energy Resources
Important Questions
1. 'The non-conventional sources of energy will provide more sustained, eco-friendly and cheaper energy if the initial cost is taken care of." Examine the statement.
2. Explain the significance of bio-energy to human kind in India.
3. "The promotion of the use of non- conventional sources of energy in India is the need of the hour." Support the statement.
4. Electricity is one of the greatest inventions of all times. It is mostly generated by using coal, natural gas and petroleum, which are exhaustible resources. Can you imagine the human society without electricity? This may happen in future, when all energy resources will be exhausted. Explain the values that can change this possible darkness scenario.
5. Give two advantages of wind energy. Mention four states of India having favourable conditions for the development of wind energy.
