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Ministry of power has research facility named as
CPRI
ERDA
NPRI
None of above
CPRI
Quick Summary: The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) is a premier research organization under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It serves as an autonomous society that functions as an apex body for research and development in the field of electric power engineering.
The Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) is a premier research organization under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It serves as an autonomous society that functions as an apex body for research and development in the field of electric power engineering.
Ploss=I2R — Power loss testing parameter in electrical equipment
Vrms=T1∫0Tv2(t)dt — RMS voltage certification testing
CPRI functions by performing applied research, testing, and certification of electrical equipment. It operates under the Ministry of Power to provide technical support, consultancy, and quality assurance for power system components like transformers, switchgear, and cables to ensure grid reliability and safety.
CPRI was established in 1960 and is headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
It acts as a National Testing and Certification laboratory for electrical equipment.
The institute provides third-party validation for high-voltage and short-circuit testing.
It supports the 'Make in India' initiative by ensuring international quality standards for power equipment.
Improved reliability of the Indian Power Grid
Availability of sophisticated high-voltage/power laboratories
High cost of specialized testing equipment
Requires constant technological upgrades to match evolving IEC/BIS standards
Testing of power transformers, circuit breakers, and cables
Consultancy for grid stability and energy efficiency projects
ERDA (Electrical Research and Development Association) is another prominent research institute, but it is not directly under the Ministry of Power in the same 'apex body' capacity as CPRI.
CPRI also acts as an advisor to the government on power sector technology policies.
A is correct — CPRI serves as the premier research and testing agency operating under the Ministry of Power.
For competitive exams, differentiate between regulatory bodies (CERC/SERC), policy-making bodies (Ministry of Power), and research/testing bodies (CPRI/CEA).