UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2022

In India, what is the role of the Coal Controller's Organization (CCO)? 1. CCO is the major source of Coal Statistics in Government of India. 2. It monitors progress of development of Captive Coal/Lignite blocks. 3. It hears any objection to the Government's notification relating to acquisition of coal-bearing areas. 4. It ensures that coal mining companies deliver the coal to end users in the prescribed time. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1, 2 and 3
  2. 3 and 4 only
  3. 1 and 2 only
  4. 1, 2 and 4

Answer

Correct Answer

1, 2 and 3

Explanation

The Coal Controller's Organization is the major source of coal statistics, monitors captive block development, and hears objections to land-acquisition notifications for coal-bearing areas — statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. It does not ensure delivery timelines to end users (statement 4).

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