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With reference to solar water pumps, consider the following statements:

  1. 1.Solar power can be used for running surface pumps and not for submersible pumps.
  2. 2.Solar power can be used for running centrifugal pumps and not the ones with piston.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.2 only
  3. C.Both 1 and 2
  4. D.Neither 1 nor 2
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: D. Neither 1 nor 2

Solar power is a versatile energy source that can be effectively used to run both surface and submersible pumps. Similarly, it is compatible with various pump mechanisms, including centrifugal and piston-based designs, by converting solar energy into electrical or mechanical energy to drive them. Therefore, both statements are factually incorrect.

Source: UPSC gs1 2020

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