How is energy a basic requirement for economic development of a country? Explain with examples.
Solution and Explanation
1. Energy is essential for industries to operate, transport systems to function, and households to meet their daily needs. For example, electricity powers manufacturing plants and IT industries.
2. Countries with abundant energy resources, like hydroelectric power or renewable energy sources, experience faster industrial growth, such as the use of solar energy in India for rural electrification.
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