"With growing energy needs should India keep on expanding its nuclear energy programme. But there are genuine problems with Nuclear technology in the form of safety and waste management. " Discuss the facts and fears associated with nuclear energy. (15 Marks)

“With growing energy needs should India keep on expanding its nuclear energy programme. But there are genuine problems with Nuclear technology in the form of safety and waste management. ” Discuss the facts and fears associated with nuclear energy. (15 Marks)

Mentors Comments: Discuss the energy needs in the Indian economy. Briefly give the current status of Nuclear Energy in India. Argue for and against nuclear energy as a source of energy to meet the needs of the economy while keeping in mind the safety and waste issues. Give your opinion and suggest a way forward.