With reference to chemical fertilizers in India, consider the following statements: 1. At present, the retail price of chemical fertilizers is market-driven and not administered by the Government. 2. Ammonia, which is an input of urea, is produced from natural gas. 3. Sulphur, which is a raw material for phosphoric acid fertilizer, is a by-product of oil refineries. Which is/are correct?
A.1, 2 and 3
B.1 only
C.2 only
D.2 and 3 only✓ Correct
Explanation
Urea price is government-administered, not market-driven. Ammonia for urea is produced from natural gas, and sulphur (raw material for phosphoric acid) is indeed a by-product of oil refineries.
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