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Use of Classifications in Energy Statistics in India. Dr. Sunita Chitkara Deputy Director General Central Statistics Office India. What are Standard Classifications?. According to the OECD Glossary of Statistical Terms
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Use of Classifications in Energy Statistics in India Dr. Sunita Chitkara Deputy Director General Central Statistics Office India
What are Standard Classifications? • According to the OECD Glossary of Statistical Terms ‘Standard classifications are those that follow prescribed rules and are generally recommended and accepted. They aim to ensure that information is classified consistently regardless of the collection, source, point of time etc’.
Why Classification? • Data Integration • Comparability across time and space • Improved Survey Efficiency
Classifications used in India • National Industrial Classification • National product classification
Energy Products Classification • National Product Classification • Section 1 : Ores and minerals; electricity, gas and water • Section 3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment
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