Question

what is the other major source of energy after coal in India? Mention any five reasons why it is important?​

Answer 1

(i) It provides fuel for heat and lighting. (ii) Lubricants for machinery. (iii) Raw materials for number of manufacturing industries such as synthetic fibres, plastics,detergents, chemicals etc. (iv) It can be easily handled and carried through pipelines.

Answer 2

petroleum is the other major source of energy after coal in India