​Bihar is the first state in the country to implement an Ethanol Production Incentive Policy. How can this policy play a crucial role in strengthening Bihar's economy in the future? Explain.

Answer: Ethanol is a type of alcohol that is produced from fermented sugarcane and agricultural waste. It can be blended with petrol and used as fuel in vehicles.

  • The use of ethanol-blended petrol can reduce dependence on petroleum as a fuel.
  • The Government of India has set a target of 20% ethanol blending by 2025, and by 2022, the target of 10% ethanol blending was successfully achieved.
  • Bihar became the first state in India to introduce an Ethanol Production Promotion Policy.
  • The central government has approved the establishment of 17 ethanol plants in Bihar.
  • The first ethanol plant in Bihar was set up ....
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