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Renewable Energy Financing and Investment Initiatives

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about Renewable Energy Financing and Investment Initiatives in India.
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Which government agency is responsible for promoting renewable energy in India?

  1. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)

  2. Ministry of Power

  3. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  4. Ministry of Finance


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is the nodal agency of the Government of India for all matters relating to new and renewable energy.

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

  1. 100 GW

  2. 175 GW

  3. 225 GW

  4. 300 GW


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Government of India has set a target of achieving 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030.

Which scheme provides financial assistance to renewable energy projects in India?

  1. Renewable Energy Development Fund (REDF)

  2. National Clean Energy Fund (NCEF)

  3. Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Renewable Energy Development Fund (REDF), National Clean Energy Fund (NCEF), and Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) all provide financial assistance to renewable energy projects in India.

What is the interest rate subsidy provided under the Renewable Energy Development Fund (REDF)?

  1. 3%

  2. 4%

  3. 5%

  4. 6%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The interest rate subsidy provided under the Renewable Energy Development Fund (REDF) is 3%.

Which bank has been designated as the nodal bank for the Renewable Energy Development Fund (REDF)?

  1. State Bank of India (SBI)

  2. Punjab National Bank (PNB)

  3. Canara Bank

  4. Bank of Baroda


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

State Bank of India (SBI) has been designated as the nodal bank for the Renewable Energy Development Fund (REDF).

What is the size of the National Clean Energy Fund (NCEF)?

  1. Rs. 100,000 crore

  2. Rs. 200,000 crore

  3. Rs. 300,000 crore

  4. Rs. 400,000 crore


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The size of the National Clean Energy Fund (NCEF) is Rs. 200,000 crore.

Which agency is responsible for administering the National Clean Energy Fund (NCEF)?

  1. Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)

  2. Ministry of Power

  3. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

  4. Ministry of Finance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Ministry of Finance is responsible for administering the National Clean Energy Fund (NCEF).

What is the objective of the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI)?

  1. To promote solar energy in India

  2. To develop solar energy projects

  3. To provide financial assistance to solar energy projects

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The objective of the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) is to promote solar energy in India, develop solar energy projects, and provide financial assistance to solar energy projects.

Which scheme provides financial assistance to rooftop solar projects in India?

  1. Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Scheme

  2. Off-Grid Rooftop Solar Scheme

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Scheme and Off-Grid Rooftop Solar Scheme both provide financial assistance to rooftop solar projects in India.

What is the maximum capacity of a rooftop solar project that is eligible for financial assistance under the Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Scheme?

  1. 1 MW

  2. 2 MW

  3. 3 MW

  4. 4 MW


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum capacity of a rooftop solar project that is eligible for financial assistance under the Grid-Connected Rooftop Solar Scheme is 1 MW.

What is the maximum capacity of a rooftop solar project that is eligible for financial assistance under the Off-Grid Rooftop Solar Scheme?

  1. 1 kW

  2. 2 kW

  3. 3 kW

  4. 4 kW


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The maximum capacity of a rooftop solar project that is eligible for financial assistance under the Off-Grid Rooftop Solar Scheme is 3 kW.

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

  1. Solar Park Scheme

  2. Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects Scheme

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Solar Park Scheme and Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects Scheme both provide financial assistance to solar power projects in India.

What is the minimum capacity of a solar park that is eligible for financial assistance under the Solar Park Scheme?

  1. 50 MW

  2. 100 MW

  3. 150 MW

  4. 200 MW


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum capacity of a solar park that is eligible for financial assistance under the Solar Park Scheme is 50 MW.

What is the minimum capacity of an ultra mega solar power project that is eligible for financial assistance under the Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects Scheme?

  1. 500 MW

  2. 1,000 MW

  3. 1,500 MW

  4. 2,000 MW


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum capacity of an ultra mega solar power project that is eligible for financial assistance under the Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects Scheme is 500 MW.

Which scheme provides financial assistance to wind power projects in India?

  1. Wind Power Scheme

  2. Wind Energy Hybrid Scheme

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Wind Power Scheme and Wind Energy Hybrid Scheme both provide financial assistance to wind power projects in India.

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