Correct AnswerB. Safety and supply standards
Quick Explanation
The Indian Electricity Rules, 1956 largely prescribed safety requirements and standards relating to electricity supply, installation and operation. Their emphasis was safe electrical practice rather than competition, privatization or profitability.
Detailed Explanation
Concept & Reasoning
The Rules historically addressed clearances, protective measures, earthing, installations, inspection and safe supply/use of electricity. Later legislation/regulations modernized the sector, but safety and technical compliance remain the core context of these rules.
How to Solve It in the Exam
1956 Rules → safety/technical requirements.
Important Exam PointSector-market reforms belong to later policy/legislation, not the core 1956 Rules.
Related Revision Path
This question sits in the revision path Electrical Laws, Standards and Energy Policy → Electricity Legislation → Indian Electricity Rules 1956 .
