The difference in voltage of live and neutral wire in domestic circuits in India is about .

240 volts

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440 volts

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220 volts

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330 volts

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The correct option is C 220 volts
In India the difference in voltage of live wire and neutral wire is 220 volts. This means the live wire carries current at 220 volts and the neutral wire is at 0 volts. And because of this difference in voltage, the current is able to flow.

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