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Which is the most popular kitchen fuel in India?


A

LPG

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B

Kerosene

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C

Coal

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D

Firewood

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Solution

The correct option is A

LPG


The correct option is A.

Explanation of correct option.

  1. LPG is highly efficient kitchen fuel as it's economical and it helps you to cook food in very less time.
  2. As compared to other options LPG burns more cleaner as it doesn't contain sulphur.

Explanation of incorrect option.

Option B.

Kerosene nowadays is not a popular kitchen fuel in India as it frequently adds an unpleasant taste to the food being cooked.

Option C.

People who are using coal for cooking have higher risk of dying from heart attack and coal is also one of the major source of pollution.

Option D.

Firewood can add distinctive taste and aromatic elements to food so it's not mostly used in India.

Final answer: LPG is the most popular kitchen fuel in India.


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