Q. Consider the following statements:
1.India is the second largest solar power producer in the world.
2.India aims to generate 50% of its electricity from non-fossil fuel sources by 2030.
3.Air pollution can reduce the efficiency of solar panels in India.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanations –
Statement 1 is incorrect. India is the third-largest solar power generator, having surpassed Japan in 2023.
Statements 2 and 3 are correct. India has set a target to achieve 50% cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil fuel-based energy resources by 2030. Air pollution, including particulate matter, can block or scatter sunlight, thereby reducing the efficiency of solar panels.
Source: The Hindu
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