Energy Reforms

Description: This quiz covers the topic of Energy Reforms in India. It includes questions on the history of energy reforms, the current state of the energy sector, and the challenges and opportunities facing the sector.
Number of Questions: 15
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When was the Electricity Act first enacted in India?

  1. 1910

  2. 1948

  3. 1975

  4. 2003


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Electricity Act was first enacted in India in 1910. It was later amended in 1948, 1975, and 2003.

Which of the following is not a major source of energy in India?

  1. Coal

  2. Natural Gas

  3. Hydropower

  4. Nuclear Power


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Coal, Hydropower, and Nuclear Power are major sources of energy in India. Natural Gas is not a major source of energy in India.

What is the target for renewable energy generation in India by 2030?

  1. 175 GW

  2. 225 GW

  3. 300 GW

  4. 400 GW


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The target for renewable energy generation in India by 2030 is 400 GW.

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

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Gujarat

  3. Karnataka

  4. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan has the highest installed capacity of solar power in India.

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to farmers for installing solar pumps?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM)

  2. National Solar Mission

  3. Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Scheme

  4. Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to farmers for installing solar pumps.

Which of the following is not a challenge facing the energy sector in India?

  1. High cost of renewable energy

  2. Lack of grid infrastructure

  3. Intermittency of renewable energy sources

  4. Lack of political will


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

High cost of renewable energy, lack of grid infrastructure, and intermittency of renewable energy sources are challenges facing the energy sector in India. Lack of political will is not a challenge facing the energy sector in India.

What is the name of the government agency responsible for promoting renewable energy in India?

  1. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)

  2. Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)

  3. National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE)

  4. Renewable Energy Management Centre (REMC)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is the government agency responsible for promoting renewable energy in India.

Which of the following is not a benefit of energy reforms in India?

  1. Reduced dependence on imported energy

  2. Increased energy security

  3. Improved air quality

  4. Increased cost of electricity


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reduced dependence on imported energy, increased energy security, and improved air quality are benefits of energy reforms in India. Increased cost of electricity is not a benefit of energy reforms in India.

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to consumers for installing rooftop solar systems?

  1. Surya Mitra Yojana

  2. National Solar Mission

  3. Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Scheme

  4. Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surya Mitra Yojana is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to consumers for installing rooftop solar systems.

Which of the following is not a type of renewable energy source?

  1. Solar Energy

  2. Wind Energy

  3. Hydropower

  4. Nuclear Power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Solar Energy, Wind Energy, and Hydropower are types of renewable energy sources. Nuclear Power is not a type of renewable energy source.

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to states for developing renewable energy projects?

  1. Renewable Energy State Development Programme (RESDP)

  2. National Solar Mission

  3. Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Scheme

  4. Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Renewable Energy State Development Programme (RESDP) is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to states for developing renewable energy projects.

Which of the following is not a type of non-renewable energy source?

  1. Coal

  2. Natural Gas

  3. Hydropower

  4. Nuclear Power


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Coal, Natural Gas, and Nuclear Power are types of non-renewable energy sources. Hydropower is not a type of non-renewable energy source.

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to industries for installing energy-efficient equipment?

  1. Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) Scheme

  2. National Solar Mission

  3. Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Scheme

  4. Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Perform, Achieve, and Trade (PAT) Scheme is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to industries for installing energy-efficient equipment.

Which of the following is not a type of energy storage technology?

  1. Batteries

  2. Pumped-storage hydroelectricity

  3. Compressed air energy storage

  4. Nuclear Power


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Batteries, Pumped-storage hydroelectricity, and Compressed air energy storage are types of energy storage technologies. Nuclear Power is not a type of energy storage technology.

What is the name of the government scheme that provides financial assistance to consumers for purchasing energy-efficient appliances?

  1. Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL)

  2. National Solar Mission

  3. Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Scheme

  4. Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to consumers for purchasing energy-efficient appliances.

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