why do we have 230v a.c. as general voltage for domestic
supply rather than others?

Answer Posted / harish

GENERALLY ALL THE HOME APPLIANCES ARE MADE FOR SINGLE PHASE SUPPLY WHICH IS 230 V SUCH THAT WE WILL HAVE 230 V . AND SOME DOMESTIC WILL HAVE 415 ALSO FOR MOTORS ETC.

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