India to launch discounted E85 petrol with 85% ethanol blend
India is preparing to introduce **E85 petrol**, a fuel containing **85% ethanol**, at discounted prices to encourage cleaner fuel use.[1] The initiative aims to reduce the country’s dependence on imported fossil fuels and cut vehicular emissions. The government has planned a phased rollout of **E85 dispensing stations** across different regions of the country.[1] Vehicle manufacturers are simultaneously working on or have begun introducing **E85-compatible models**, ensuring that consumers have options suitable for high-ethanol fuel.[1] Ethanol will largely be sourced from agricultural feedstocks, supporting domestic biofuel production. The measure aligns with India’s broader targets on blended fuels and carbon reduction in transport. The policy is likely to feature in questions on energy, environment, and government schemes in competitive exams.
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E85 petrol, planned for rollout in India, contains what proportion of ethanol in the blend?
Answer: (d) 85%
The correct answer is (d) 85%.