Why may transition from a coal-based power system to clean energy be difficult?
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Correct answer: Existing infrastructure, investment and skills are tied to coal
Coal-based systems are supported by mines, railways, power plants, contracts, workers’ skills, institutions and long-term investment. These arrangements create economic and political inertia, so replacing them requires new finance, training, infrastructure and planning. This does not mean clean energy is impossible. The other options are factually wrong: solar energy exists, coal is non-renewable and clean systems may need land.
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Existing infrastructure, investment and skills are tied to coal
Why is this the correct answer?
Coal-based systems are supported by mines, railways, power plants, contracts, workers’ skills, institutions and long-term investment. These arrangements create economic and political inertia, so replacing them requires new finance, training, infrastructure and planning. This does not mean clean energy is impossible. The other options are factually wrong: solar energy exists, coal is non-renewable and clean systems may need land.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Geography question. Chapter: Geography as a Discipline. Topic: Geography as an integrating discipline.
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