General science UPPSC 2002 GS-I
Question

In electric apparatus 'earth' is used:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: for safety

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “for safety”.

In electrical appliances, "earth" refers to grounding or earthing. The main purpose of earthing is to provides a path for leakage current to flow safely to the ground in case of a fault or malfunction.

This prevents the appliance's body from becoming charged and potentially causing electric shock.

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