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Renewable Energy Policy and Regulation Initiatives

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of Renewable Energy Policy and Regulation Initiatives in India. The questions cover various aspects of renewable energy policies, regulations, and their implementation.
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Which government agency is responsible for formulating and implementing renewable energy policies and regulations in India?

  1. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)

  2. Ministry of Power

  3. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  4. Central Electricity Authority (CEA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is the nodal agency for the formulation and implementation of renewable energy policies and programs in India.

What is the primary objective of the National Solar Mission (NSM) launched by the Government of India?

  1. To promote the development of solar energy technologies

  2. To increase the share of solar energy in the country's energy mix

  3. To reduce the cost of solar energy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Solar Mission aims to promote the development of solar energy technologies, increase the share of solar energy in the country's energy mix, and reduce the cost of solar energy.

Which scheme provides financial assistance to grid-connected solar power projects in India?

  1. Solar Power Developers Scheme (SPDS)

  2. Solar Rooftop Scheme (SRS)

  3. Central Financial Assistance (CFA) Scheme

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Solar Power Developers Scheme (SPDS) provides financial assistance to grid-connected solar power projects in India.

What is the target for renewable energy capacity addition in India by 2030, as per the Paris Agreement?

  1. 175 GW

  2. 227 GW

  3. 40% of total installed capacity

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

India has committed to achieving 40% of its total installed capacity from renewable energy sources by 2030, as part of its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement.

Which state in India has the highest installed capacity of renewable energy?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Gujarat

  4. Rajasthan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karnataka has the highest installed capacity of renewable energy in India, with a significant contribution from solar and wind energy projects.

What is the primary objective of the Green Energy Corridor (GEC) project in India?

  1. To evacuate renewable energy from remote areas to load centers

  2. To improve the grid infrastructure for renewable energy integration

  3. To reduce transmission losses

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Green Energy Corridor project aims to evacuate renewable energy from remote areas to load centers, improve the grid infrastructure for renewable energy integration, and reduce transmission losses.

Which renewable energy technology has seen the most rapid growth in India in recent years?

  1. Solar energy

  2. Wind energy

  3. Biomass energy

  4. Hydropower


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Solar energy has seen the most rapid growth in India in recent years, driven by supportive policies and declining costs.

What is the mechanism used to promote renewable energy generation in India?

  1. Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs)

  2. Feed-in Tariffs (FiTs)

  3. Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India uses a combination of Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs), Feed-in Tariffs (FiTs), and Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) to promote renewable energy generation.

Which state in India has the highest solar power generation capacity?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat

  3. Karnataka

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan has the highest solar power generation capacity in India, due to its abundant solar resources and supportive policies.

What is the target for renewable energy capacity addition in India by 2022, as per the National Electricity Plan?

  1. 100 GW

  2. 175 GW

  3. 227 GW

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Electricity Plan sets a target of 175 GW of renewable energy capacity addition in India by 2022.

Which renewable energy technology has the highest potential for growth in India?

  1. Solar energy

  2. Wind energy

  3. Biomass energy

  4. Hydropower


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Solar energy has the highest potential for growth in India, due to its abundant solar resources and declining costs.

What is the primary objective of the Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) scheme in India?

  1. To promote energy efficiency in industries

  2. To reduce energy consumption in the commercial sector

  3. To encourage the adoption of energy-efficient technologies

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) scheme aims to promote energy efficiency in industries, reduce energy consumption in the commercial sector, and encourage the adoption of energy-efficient technologies.

Which state in India has the highest wind power generation capacity?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Karnataka

  3. Gujarat

  4. Rajasthan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tamil Nadu has the highest wind power generation capacity in India, due to its favorable wind resources and supportive policies.

What is the primary objective of the Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY) scheme in India?

  1. To improve the financial health of electricity distribution companies

  2. To reduce electricity tariffs for consumers

  3. To promote energy efficiency in the power sector

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ujwal DISCOM Assurance Yojana (UDAY) scheme aims to improve the financial health of electricity distribution companies in India.

Which renewable energy technology has the lowest cost of generation in India?

  1. Solar energy

  2. Wind energy

  3. Biomass energy

  4. Hydropower


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Solar energy has the lowest cost of generation in India, due to declining costs and supportive policies.

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