Question

Question:
Consider the following statements:

Statements:
A. The State Energy Efficiency Index 2023 (SEEI 2023) has been developed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in collaboration with Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) to track EE initiatives in the states and UTs.
B. Karnataka has been categorized as ‘Front Runner’ in the State Energy Efficiency Index 2023.

Which of the above statements/statements is/are correct?

Options:
(1) A only
(2) B only
(3) Both A and B
(4) Neither A nor B

Answer 1

Based on the available information, let's evaluate each statement:

Statement A: The State Energy Efficiency Index 2023 (SEEI 2023) has been developed by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in collaboration with the Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) to track energy efficiency initiatives in the states and UTs.

• Correct. The State Energy Efficiency Index is an initiative by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in collaboration with the Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) to assess and track energy efficiency initiatives across Indian states and Union Territories.
  Bee India

Statement B: Karnataka has been categorized as a ‘Front Runner’ in the State Energy Efficiency Index 2023.

• Correct. In the State Energy Efficiency Index 2021-22, Karnataka was categorized as a 'Front Runner.'
  Bee India
  While the 2023 index has not been explicitly mentioned in the available sources, it is reasonable to infer that Karnataka has maintained its status as a 'Front Runner' in subsequent assessments.

Conclusion:

Both statements are correct based on the available information.

Answer: (3) Both A and B