WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which one among the following industries is the maximum consumer of water in India?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Engineering
  2. Paper and pulp
  3. Textiles
  4. Thermal Power

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Thermal Power

Explanation: The correct answer is D. Thermal Power. Thermal power plants use huge amounts of water mainly for cooling, steam generation, and ash disposal. Among all industries, they account for the highest share of industrial water consumption in India. This is because most thermal plants are run continuously and require consistent water supply.