NTPC Limited and EDF (Électricité de France) have signed an agreement to explore opportunities for developing nuclear power projects in India. The collaboration aims to support India’s clean energy transition and strengthen nuclear energy capacity. This partnership aligns with India’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and increasing non-fossil fuel energy capacity. The agreement focuses on technical cooperation, feasibility studies, and potential investment in nuclear infrastructure.
signed an agreement in April 2026 to explore nuclear energy projects in India. NTPC is India’s largest power producer, while EDF is a major global nuclear energy company from France.
This move supports India’s clean energy transition and climate goals. India has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070 and aims to increase non-fossil fuel energy capacity to 50% by 2030.
India currently operates nuclear plants through
1. NTPC signed nuclear cooperation agreement with which country’s company?
A) USA
B) Russia
C) France
D) Japan
Answer: C
2. EDF is associated with which sector?
A) Oil refining
B) Nuclear energy
C) Solar manufacturing
D) Coal mining
Answer: B
3. India’s net-zero emission target year is:
A) 2050
B) 2060
C) 2070
D) 2080
Answer: C
4. Nuclear power is mainly based on:
A) Fusion
B) Fission
C) Combustion
D) Radiation
Answer: B
5. Which law affects foreign nuclear investment in India?
A) Electricity Act
B) Atomic Energy Act
C) Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act
D) Energy Conservation Act
Answer: C
1. Which country is a key partner in India’s civil nuclear agreements?
Answer: France / USA
2. Nuclear energy is considered clean because:
Answer: It produces low carbon emissions
Students often confuse nuclear fusion with fission. Current nuclear plants use fission, not fusion.
Focus on India’s nuclear policy, international collaborations, and climate targets.