Question

Q. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the National Mission for Electric Mobility?

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 and 3 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer 1

The correct option is D 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct:

• The plan was launched by the Government of India in 2013 with the objective of achieving national fuel security by promoting electric and hybrid vehicles.

Statement 2 is correct:

• The government would provide fiscal and monetary incentives for this industry.
• An enabling mechanism has been set up for speedier decision-making and for ensuring greater collaboration amongst various stakeholders. This consists of empowered bodies at the apex level in the form of the National Council for Electric Mobility (NCEM) and the National Board for Electric Mobility (NBEM).

Statement 3 is correct:

• The Council comprises Ministers from the key Central Ministries/Departments, eminent representatives from industry and academia.
• The NCEM is chaired by the Hon’ble Minister for Heavy Industries & Public Enterprises.