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MCQs - 2026-04

2721.
What does GW stand for in the context of energy capacity?
A Gigawatt
B Giga-volt
C Global Wattage
D General Wattage
2722.
The government has been promoting renewable energy through:
A Increased subsidies for fossil fuels
B Supportive policies, incentives, and targets
C Restrictions on renewable energy development
D Discouraging investor confidence
2723.
The transition to renewable energy also contributes to:
A Increased air pollution
B Reduced green jobs
C Reduced air pollution and creation of green jobs
D Higher dependence on imported energy
2724.
India aims to solidify its position as a global leader in:
A Fossil fuel production
B Clean energy
C Nuclear energy
D Traditional manufacturing
2725.
What is a key challenge for integrating renewables into the grid efficiently?
A Over-supply of electricity
B Developing storage solutions for grid stability
C Excessive government regulation
D Lack of demand for electricity
2726.
Besides solar and wind, which other renewable sources contribute to India's capacity?
A Geothermal and tidal energy
B Hydro, biomass, and waste-to-energy
C Nuclear and fossil fuels
D Coal and natural gas
2727.
Increased renewable energy capacity is crucial for India's:
A Increased reliance on imported fossil fuels
B Energy security and climate commitments
C Higher carbon emissions
D Reduced industrial output
2728.
The growth in renewable energy capacity is driven by factors such as:
A Increasing fossil fuel prices
B Declining technology costs and supportive government policies
C Reduced demand for electricity
D Limited availability of land
2729.
Which renewable energy source constitutes the largest share of India's installed capacity?
A Wind energy
B Biomass energy
C Solar power
D Waste-to-energy
2730.
What is the total installed renewable energy capacity in India as of April 1, 2026?
A 150 GW
B 180 GW
C 200 GW
D 250 GW