With reference to India’s renewable-based power generation, consider the following statements: 1. India is the world’s fifth largest producer of renewable energy. 2. More than 40% of installed electricity capacity comes from non-fossil fuel sources. 3. Solar and wind energy forms more than 30% of the total installed capacity. How many of the statements given above are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to India’s renewable-based power generation, consider the following statements:
1.India is the world’s fifth largest producer of renewable energy.
2.More than 40% of installed electricity capacity comes from non-fossil fuel sources.
3.Solar and wind energy forms more than 30% of the total installed capacity.
How many of the statements given above are correct?

[A] Only one

[B] Only two

[C] All three

[D] None

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. India is the third largest producer of renewable energy in the world.

Statements 2 and 3 are correct. As of July 2023, India’s non-fossil fuel capacity (including large hydro and nuclear) has crossed 40%, reaching approximately 43% of the total installed electricity capacity. Solar and wind power are the leading renewable energy sources in India, collectively contributing over 30% of the total installed capacity. As of July 2023, solar power accounts for roughly 70.1 GW and wind power for 43.7 GW, exceeding 30% combined.

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