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5581.
The reduction in fiscal deficit is attributed to:
A Increased government borrowing and reduced tax revenue
B Prudent fiscal management, robust tax revenue, and controlled expenditure
C Higher revenue expenditure and lower capital expenditure
D Economic slowdown and decreased tax compliance
5582.
What was India's fiscal deficit as a percentage of GDP for the fiscal year 2025-26?
A 4.5%
B 5.1%
C 5.5%
D 6.0%
5583.
The term 'clean energy transition' refers to:
A Shifting from renewable energy to fossil fuels
B Shifting from fossil fuels to renewable and low-carbon energy sources
C Maintaining the status quo of energy sources
D Focusing solely on nuclear energy
5584.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a supportive policy for solar energy?
A Solar parks
B Production-linked incentives (PLI)
C Increased import duties on solar panels
D Ambitious solar targets
5585.
What does 'Gigawatt (GW)' measure?
A Energy consumption
B Electrical power capacity
C Energy production over time
D Voltage
5586.
The government has set more ambitious targets to further accelerate the deployment of:
A Fossil fuel technologies
B Clean energy technologies
C Traditional energy sources
D Nuclear waste management
5587.
What is a consequence of the growth in renewable energy?
A Increased pollution
B Fostering innovation, creating green jobs, and attracting investment
C Reduced technological advancement
D Decreased employment opportunities
5588.
The rapid expansion of renewable energy capacity is critical for India to meet its:
A Increased reliance on fossil fuels
B Climate commitments and ensure energy security
C Carbon emission targets
D Economic recession goals
5589.
Besides solar, which other renewable energy source plays a crucial role in India's energy mix?
A Geothermal energy
B Tidal energy
C Wind energy
D Nuclear energy
5590.
What are the key drivers for the growth of solar energy in India?
A Increasing technology costs and limited government support
B Ambitious targets, declining technology costs, and supportive policies
C Reduced demand for electricity
D Focus on fossil fuel expansion