Consider the following statements: I. Carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO₂/capita. II. In terms of CO₂ emissions from fuel combustion, India ranks second in Asia-Pacific region. III. Electricity and heat producers are the largest sources of CO₂ emissions in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation
India's CO₂ emissions come mainly from fuel combustion, especially electricity generation, and per capita emissions are higher than 0.5 tonnes.
Statement I is incorrect: * India's per capita CO₂ emissions are around 1.9-2.0 tonnes, higher than 0.5 t CO₂/capita.
Statement II is correct: * India ranks second in the Asia-Pacific for total CO₂ emissions from fuel combustion, after China.
Statement III is correct: * Electricity and heat production (mainly coal-based) is the largest source of India's CO₂ emissions.
So, the correct answer is: C