As of 2022, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas of the Government of India, how many oil refineries are there in India in total?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 23.
- India currently has 23 oil refineries in operation, dispersed throughout the nation, and they are essential to supplying the country's petroleum product needs as of 2022.
- In order to support transportation and industry, these refineries transform crude oil into a variety of refined products, such as jet fuel, diesel, gasoline, and other petrochemicals.
- To maintain energy security and satisfy India's expanding fuel needs, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas is in charge of regulating and growing these refineries.