The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. These sentences, when properly sequenced form a coherent paragraph. Select the most logical order of sentences from among the options.
P: About 30 new hydro projects are now under execution with an installed capacity of 5,600 MW.
Q: However, with the rapid increase in demand for power, higher priority was given to the pithead super thermal power stations as their gestation period was smaller than that of the hydel schemes.
R: Many projects were taken up for execution after independence and at one time (1962-63), the capacity contribution from hydro schemes was equal to thermal schemes.
S: The first hydro generating unit in India was commissioned in Darjeeling (W.Bengal) in 1897.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2, i.e. SRQP.
- Sentence S introduces the main theme of the passage, which is regarding hydro-electric projects in India.
- Sentence R moves the narrative ahead by talking about various hydro-electric projects that have been taken into consideration post-independence.
- Sentence Q adds specific information to that provided by the previous statement, which is why it shall follow up at next place.
- Sentence P can be treated as a conclusive point for this passage as it specifies a number for the hydro-electric projects that are now under execution.
This arrangement provides a sequential manner of narration, where information gets added without losing the overall sense/meaning of the given passage. The fluency of narration is also maintained till the end through this sequence.