According to Indias National Policy on Biofuels, which of the following can be used as raw materials for the production of biofuels? 1. Cassava 2. Damaged wheat grains 3. Groundnut Seeds 4. Horse gram 5. Rotten potatoes 6. Sugar beet Select the correct an

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Q: (IAS/2020)
According to India’s National Policy on Biofuels, which of the following can be used as raw materials for the production of biofuels?
1. Cassava
2. Damaged wheat grains
3. Groundnut Seeds
4. Horse gram
5. Rotten potatoes
6. Sugar beet

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According to India`s National Policy on Biofuels, the raw materials that can be used for the production of biofuels include Cassava, Damaged wheat grains, Rotten potatoes, and Sugar beet.

Option 1 is correct because all four are listed in the policy as eligible raw materials. Here`s why each one is included:

1. Cassava: It`s a high-starch crop, making it a great source for biofuel production.

2. Damaged wheat grains: These are not suitable for human consumption and can be used effectively for biofuel.

5. Rotten potatoes: Again, these are not suitable for human consumption but their high starch content makes them suitable for biofuel.

6. Sugar beet: Sugar beet is energy-rich and can be used to produce ethanol, a type of biofuel.

Option 2, 3 and 4 are incorrect. Groundnut seeds and Horse gram are not included in the policy as they are primarily used for human consumption and livestock feed, marking them as inappropriate for biofuel production due to food security concerns.