Solar Energy in India

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about Solar Energy in India. It covers various aspects of solar energy, including its potential, challenges, and government initiatives. By answering these questions, you will gain a deeper understanding of the role of solar energy in India's energy mix.
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What is the estimated potential of solar energy in India?

  1. 100 GW

  2. 200 GW

  3. 300 GW

  4. 400 GW


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India has a vast potential for solar energy, with an estimated potential of 400 GW. This potential is spread across different regions of the country, with some states having higher potential than others.

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

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat

  3. Karnataka

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan is the leading state in India in terms of solar power installed capacity. As of 2022, the state has an installed capacity of over 10 GW, which is more than any other state in the country.

What is the largest solar park in India?

  1. Bhadla Solar Park

  2. Pavagada Solar Park

  3. Charanka Solar Park

  4. Kurnool Solar Park


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhadla Solar Park is the largest solar park in India, with a capacity of 2,255 MW. It is located in the state of Rajasthan and was commissioned in 2019.

Which government scheme provides financial assistance for the installation of solar rooftop systems?

  1. Solar Rooftop Scheme

  2. Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana

  3. Ujjwala Yojana

  4. Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Solar Rooftop Scheme is a government scheme that provides financial assistance for the installation of solar rooftop systems. The scheme is open to both residential and commercial consumers.

What is the target for solar power capacity in India by 2030?

  1. 100 GW

  2. 200 GW

  3. 300 GW

  4. 400 GW


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian government has set a target of achieving 400 GW of solar power capacity by 2030. This target is part of the country's commitment to increasing the share of renewable energy in its energy mix.

Which state in India has the highest solar power potential?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat

  3. Karnataka

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan has the highest solar power potential in India, with an estimated potential of over 100 GW. This is due to the state's favorable geographical location and high levels of solar radiation.

What is the average solar radiation received in India?

  1. 4-5 kWh/m2/day

  2. 5-6 kWh/m2/day

  3. 6-7 kWh/m2/day

  4. 7-8 kWh/m2/day


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

India receives an average solar radiation of 5-6 kWh/m2/day. This is higher than the global average of 4.5 kWh/m2/day.

Which type of solar technology is most commonly used in India?

  1. Crystalline silicon

  2. Thin film

  3. Concentrated solar power

  4. Organic solar cells


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Crystalline silicon is the most commonly used solar technology in India. This is due to its high efficiency and relatively low cost.

What are the major challenges to the development of solar energy in India?

  1. High cost of solar panels

  2. Lack of grid infrastructure

  3. Intermittency of solar power

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The development of solar energy in India faces several challenges, including the high cost of solar panels, the lack of grid infrastructure, and the intermittency of solar power.

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

  1. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

  2. Solar Energy Corporation of India

  3. National Institute of Solar Energy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, the Solar Energy Corporation of India, and the National Institute of Solar Energy are all government agencies that are responsible for promoting solar energy in India.

What is the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission?

  1. A government scheme to promote solar energy

  2. A research program on solar energy

  3. A solar park in India

  4. A solar energy company


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission is a government scheme to promote solar energy in India. The mission was launched in 2010 with the aim of achieving 20 GW of solar power capacity by 2022.

What is the Green Energy Corridor?

  1. A transmission line for renewable energy

  2. A solar park in India

  3. A research program on solar energy

  4. A solar energy company


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Green Energy Corridor is a transmission line that is being constructed to evacuate renewable energy from solar and wind power plants in India. The corridor will help to integrate renewable energy into the grid and improve the reliability of the power supply.

What is the role of solar energy in India's energy mix?

  1. Solar energy is a major source of energy in India

  2. Solar energy is a minor source of energy in India

  3. Solar energy is not a significant source of energy in India

  4. Solar energy is not used in India


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Solar energy is a minor source of energy in India, accounting for less than 5% of the country's total energy mix. However, the government is promoting solar energy as a clean and renewable source of energy, and the share of solar energy in the energy mix is expected to increase in the future.

What are the benefits of using solar energy?

  1. Solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy

  2. Solar energy is a cost-effective source of energy

  3. Solar energy is a reliable source of energy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Solar energy is a clean, renewable, and cost-effective source of energy. It is also a reliable source of energy, as it is not affected by weather conditions.

What are the challenges to the development of solar energy?

  1. High cost of solar panels

  2. Lack of grid infrastructure

  3. Intermittency of solar power

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The development of solar energy faces several challenges, including the high cost of solar panels, the lack of grid infrastructure, and the intermittency of solar power.

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