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Geothermal Energy Potential of India

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Which state in India has the highest geothermal energy potential?

  1. Himachal Pradesh

  2. Jammu and Kashmir

  3. Uttarakhand

  4. Arunachal Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Himachal Pradesh has the highest geothermal energy potential in India, with an estimated potential of 1,800 MW.

What type of geothermal energy is found in India?

  1. Dry Steam

  2. Wet Steam

  3. Hot Water

  4. Enhanced Geothermal System


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

India primarily has hot water geothermal resources, with temperatures ranging from 90 to 200 degrees Celsius.

Which region in India is known for its geothermal springs?

  1. Himalayan Region

  2. Deccan Plateau

  3. Gangetic Plain

  4. Coastal Region


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayan region, particularly the states of Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu and Kashmir, is known for its geothermal springs.

What is the estimated geothermal energy potential of India?

  1. 10,000 MW

  2. 20,000 MW

  3. 30,000 MW

  4. 40,000 MW


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The estimated geothermal energy potential of India is approximately 10,000 MW.

Which state in India has the first operational geothermal power plant?

  1. Himachal Pradesh

  2. Uttarakhand

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Arunachal Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Himachal Pradesh has the first operational geothermal power plant in India, located in Manikaran.

What is the name of the geothermal power plant in Manikaran, Himachal Pradesh?

  1. Manikaran Geothermal Power Plant

  2. Parvati Valley Geothermal Power Plant

  3. Beas River Geothermal Power Plant

  4. Sutlej River Geothermal Power Plant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Manikaran Geothermal Power Plant is the first operational geothermal power plant in India.

What is the capacity of the Manikaran Geothermal Power Plant?

  1. 1 MW

  2. 2 MW

  3. 3 MW

  4. 4 MW


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Manikaran Geothermal Power Plant has a capacity of 1 MW.

Which government agency is responsible for promoting geothermal energy in India?

  1. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

  2. Ministry of Power

  3. Ministry of Earth Sciences

  4. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is responsible for promoting geothermal energy in India.

What is the name of the national program launched by the Government of India to promote geothermal energy?

  1. National Geothermal Energy Program

  2. Geothermal Energy Development Program

  3. Renewable Energy Development Program

  4. Sustainable Energy Development Program


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Geothermal Energy Program was launched by the Government of India to promote geothermal energy.

Which state in India has the second highest geothermal energy potential?

  1. Jammu and Kashmir

  2. Uttarakhand

  3. Arunachal Pradesh

  4. Sikkim


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jammu and Kashmir has the second highest geothermal energy potential in India, with an estimated potential of 1,500 MW.

What is the estimated geothermal energy potential of the Himalayan region?

  1. 5,000 MW

  2. 7,000 MW

  3. 9,000 MW

  4. 11,000 MW


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The estimated geothermal energy potential of the Himalayan region is approximately 9,000 MW.

Which state in India has the third highest geothermal energy potential?

  1. Uttarakhand

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Sikkim

  4. West Bengal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Uttarakhand has the third highest geothermal energy potential in India, with an estimated potential of 1,200 MW.

What is the estimated geothermal energy potential of the Deccan Plateau?

  1. 2,000 MW

  2. 3,000 MW

  3. 4,000 MW

  4. 5,000 MW


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The estimated geothermal energy potential of the Deccan Plateau is approximately 3,000 MW.

Which state in India has the fourth highest geothermal energy potential?

  1. Arunachal Pradesh

  2. Sikkim

  3. West Bengal

  4. Odisha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh has the fourth highest geothermal energy potential in India, with an estimated potential of 1,000 MW.

What is the estimated geothermal energy potential of the Gangetic Plain?

  1. 1,000 MW

  2. 1,500 MW

  3. 2,000 MW

  4. 2,500 MW


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The estimated geothermal energy potential of the Gangetic Plain is approximately 1,500 MW.

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