why two contacts(in series) are using in closing circuit

Answer Posted / k.prakashchandra

You mean 2 contacts are made in series in a MCB? That is to
make doubly sure of opening the circuit.If parallel ,it is
to make closing doubly sure ,as you can expect one of the
contacts to open or close definitely .

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