Question 59 from UPSC CSE 2016 - Current
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Question

On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label?
1. Ceiling fans
2. Electric geysers
3. Tubular fluorescent lamps
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

IASCODEX · Accepted Answer

Correct Option: D. 1, 2, and 3

Strategy: Identify the appliances listed in the question and verify their inclusion in the BEE Star Labeling program by recalling the program's official list of covered items.

Key Info: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, established in March 2002 under the provisions of the Energy Conservation Act, 2001. Its primary objective is to assist in developing policies and strategies with the goal of reducing the energy intensity of the Indian economy.

*   **BEE Star Labeling Program**: This program was initiated in 2006 with the aim of providing consumers with an informed choice about the energy-saving potential and consequently, the cost-saving potential of various marketed products and appliances.
    *   The scheme categorizes appliances into mandatory and voluntary labeling programs.
    *   The Star Label (1 to 5 stars) indicates the energy efficiency of an appliance, with 5 stars being the most efficient.
    *   **Appliances covered** (as per various updates and categories):
        *   **Mandatory appliances**: Room Air Conditioners, Frost Free Refrigerators, Direct Cool Refrigerators, Distribution Transformers, Tubular Fluorescent Lamp, Electric Geyser, Colour Television, LED Lamps.
        *   **Voluntary appliances**: Ceiling Fans, Washing Machines, Computer (Laptops/Notebooks), Ballast, Solid State Inverter, Diesel Engine Driven Monoset Pumps for Agricultural Purposes, Office Automation Products, Diesel Generator Sets, Microwave Ovens, Induction Motors, LPG Stoves, Deep Freezers, Chiller, Water Dispensers.
*   Based on this, Ceiling fans, Electric geysers, and Tubular fluorescent lamps are indeed covered under the BEE Star Labeling program, either under the voluntary or mandatory categories.

IASCODEX · Answer

Option A: 1 and 2 only

IASCODEX · Answer

Option B: 3 only

IASCODEX · Answer

Option C: 2 and 3 only

On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label? Ceiling fans Electric geysers Tubular fluorescent lamps Select the correct answer using the code given below.

On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label?

Ceiling fans

Electric geysers

Tubular fluorescent lamps

Select the correct answer using the code given below.