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In December 2025, what did the SHANTI Act, 2025 change about participation in nuclear power generation?

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In December 2025, what did the SHANTI Act, 2025 change about participation in nuclear power generation?

  1. It delegates reactor licensing to state governments
  2. It transfers nuclear licensing to electricity distribution companies
  3. It allows eligible Indian private companies to seek licences
  4. It limits nuclear generation licences to state-owned distribution utilities

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C - It allows eligible Indian private companies to seek licences

The President assented to the SHANTI Act on 20 December 2025. The Act creates a route for eligible Indian private companies to apply for licences under a central regulatory framework.

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