UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 61
In the context of global oil prices, "Brent crude oil" is frequently referred to in the news. What does this term imply ?
- It is a major classification of crude oil.
- It is sourced from North Sea.
- It does not contain sulphur.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: Brent crude is an internationally traded benchmark blend from the North Sea and is generally termed light sweet crude because its sulphur content is low, not zero.
Statement / Item-wise Analysis:
1: Correct - Correct: Brent is a major internationally recognised crude-oil classification/benchmark.
2: Correct - Correct: the benchmark originated in North Sea oilfields.
3: Incorrect - Incorrect: “sweet” means relatively low sulphur, not no sulphur.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - omits supported item 1.
B: Correct - includes the supported statements and excludes the unsupported ones.
C: Incorrect - includes unsupported item 3; omits supported item 2.
D: Incorrect - includes unsupported item 3.