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What is a key area of focus introduced in the National Electrical Code (NEC) of India, 2023?

Answer & step-by-step solution
Correct answer: C. Regulations for electrical vehicle charging infrastructure
Quick explanation

The 2023 edition of India's National Electrical Code includes stronger/current provisions for modern electrical installations, including electric-vehicle charging infrastructure. That emerging installation area is the key focus among the options.

Concept & Reasoning

Electrical codes evolve with new technologies and safety requirements. EV charging introduces sustained high-power loads, earthing, residual-current protection, supply arrangements, connector/equipment requirements and coordination with building electrical systems. The distractors propose blanket bans/brand mandates that are not the nature of a national technical code.

How to Solve It in the Exam

New NEC focus → modern technologies such as EV charging.

Important Exam Point

Codes specify technical/safety requirements, not commercial brands.

Quick Trick

New NEC focus → modern technologies such as EV charging.

Common Mistake

Choosing a blanket ban such as aluminium wiring without code context.

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Exam tipCodes specify technical/safety requirements, not commercial brands.
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