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UPSC PYQPrelims 2022

Civil Services Examination · Question 72

In India, what is the role of the Coal Controller's Organization (CCO)? 1. CCO is the major source of Coal Statistics in Government of India. 2. It monitors progress of development of Captive Coal/Lignite blocks. 3. It hears any objection to the Government's notification relating to acquisition of coal-bearing areas. 4. It ensures that coal mining companies deliver the coal to end users in the prescribed time. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. 1, 2 and 3
  2. 3 and 4 only
  3. 1 and 2 only
  4. 1, 2 and 4
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Answer: (A) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation

CCO (Kolkata) compiles coal statistics, monitors captive blocks and hears objections under the Coal Bearing Areas Act. It does not enforce delivery timelines.