The Jaitapur nuclear power plant, which has been under a lot of controversy, is slated to be set up in which state of India?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Maharashtra.
The Jaitapur Nuclear Power Project, which has sparked significant controversy over environmental and safety concerns, is slated to be established in the state of Maharashtra. Located in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra’s Konkan coast, this ambitious project plans to house six advanced European Pressurised Reactors (EPRs), each with a capacity of 1,650 MW, for a total of nearly 9,900 MW, making it one of the largest nuclear power facilities in the world.