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SarkariResultOutAdditional Assistant Engineer (Electrical) · 2026

Previous Year Question

Under the Gujarat Electricity Industry Act, 2003, which company is responsible for electricity generation in Gujarat after restructuring?
  1. Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL)
  2. Distribution Companies (DISCOMs)
  3. Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation Limited (GETCO)
  4. Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL)

Correct answer: A

Explanation

In Gujarat's unbundled power-sector structure, GSECL is the state generation company. GETCO handles transmission, the DISCOMs handle distribution, and GUVNL performs holding/bulk-purchase and coordination functions.

Step-by-step solution

Role of GSECL explanatory diagram

Correct Answer

A — Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL)

Explanation

In Gujarat's unbundled power-sector structure, GSECL is the state generation company. GETCO handles transmission, the DISCOMs handle distribution, and GUVNL performs holding/bulk-purchase and coordination functions.

Key Concept

Role of GSECL

Exam Point

GSECL = Generation; GETCO = Transmission; DISCOM = Distribution.

Exam tip

GSECL = Generation; GETCO = Transmission; DISCOM = Distribution.

Quick method

GSECL = Generation; GETCO = Transmission; DISCOM = Distribution.