GS PrelimsEnvironmentNational Initiatives for Climate Change Mitigation and Technology2016

On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label? 1. Ceiling fans 2. Electric geysers 3. Tubular fluorescent lamps Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A

1 and 2 only

B

3 only

C

2 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

1. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in India runs the Standards and Labeling program. 2. The BEE Star Label indicates the energy efficiency performance of an appliance. This program covers various appliances. 3. Statement 1 is correct. Ceiling fans are covered under the BEE star labeling program (mandatory since 2022, voluntary before that). 4. Statement 2 is correct. Storage type electric water heaters (geysers) are covered under the mandatory star labeling program. 5. Statement 3 is correct. Tubular fluorescent lamps (TFLs) are also included under the mandatory star labeling program. 6. Since the BEE Star Label can be found on all three appliances listed (ceiling fans, electric geysers, and tubular fluorescent lamps), the correct option is (D).

More Environment PYQs

View all Environment questions →

Master UPSC Revision

Get 10,000+ topic-wise MCQs, spaced repetition, daily CSAT challenges, and detailed performance analytics.

Coming Soon to Play Store
Coming Soon to Play Store