Electrical Energy Part-II

Total Questions: 24

11. Which one of the following states of India ranks first In installed capacity and generation of electricity? [U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2006]

(a) Andhra Pradesh
(b) Gujarat
(c) Maharashtra
(d) Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: (b) Gujarat

Solution:As on 31 December 2023, Gujarat ranks first in terms of gross electricity installed capacity.

India's installed non-fossil fuel capacity has increased 396%in the last 8.5 years and stands at more than 207.76 GW (including large hydro and nuclear), which is about 46% of the country's total capacity. The country has set an enhanced target at the UNFCCC's COP26 (Glasgow, 2021) of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based energy by 2030 - the world's largest expansion plan in renewable energy under the Panchamrit pledge. Organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, RE-Invest is a global platform bringing together key players in the renewable energy sector. The conference will delve into the future of energy, exploring trends, technologies, and policies shaping the global renewable energy landscape and help in achieving UN SDGs 7 and 13. This unique platform will foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and investment opportunities to advance India's renewable energy goals.

12. In India, per capita consumption of energy in 1994 was- [53rd to 55th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2011]

(a) 300 kg. of oil equivalent
(b) 360 kg. of oil equivalent
(c) 243 kg. of oil equivalent
(d) 343 kg. of oil equivalent

Correct Answer: (c) 243 kg. of oil equivalent

Solution:In India, per capita consumption of energy in 1994 was oil equivalent of 244 kg of Oil which was very less than world standards to per capita consumption of energy of 1471 kg.

13. Rampura, which became the first village in India have its solar power plant, is situated in- [U.P.U.D.A./L.D.A. (Pre) 2010]

(a) Madhya Pradesh
(b) Himachal Pradesh
(c) Andhra Pradesh
(d) Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer: (d) Uttar Pradesh

Solution:Rampura became the first village in India to have its sole power plant, is situated in Uttar Pradesh.

14. Consider the following reasons for financial sick of State Electricity Board (SEBs) in India - [53rd to 55th B.P.C.S. (Pre) 20]

I. Sale of power to agricultural and domes consumers below the cost of production.

II. Transmission and distribution losses are very high

III. Lack of commercial autonomy for SEB's,

IV. State Governments have implemented social subsidy policies through SEBs.

Which of the above are correct?

(a) I, II and III
(b) I, II, III and IV
(c) I, III and IV
(d) II, III and IV

Correct Answer: (b) I, II, III and IV

Solution:There are various loopholes in the functioning of State Electricity Boards in India and they have faced hardships due to administrative deficiencies, lack of financial resource, wide transmission and distribution losses, skewed tariff structure leading to unsustainable cross subsidies etc. State Governments have implemented social subsidy policies through SEBs in the agrarian sector. According to the 11th five-year plan, India has higher transmission and distribution losses than other countries. The great deal of electricity in remote areas and less investment in distribution system etc. are prime roadblocks to these losses.

15. The power plant of Manikaran based on geothermal energy is in the State of [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2013]

(a) Arunachal Pradesh
(b) Himachal Pradesh
(c) Jammu and Kashmir
(d) Uttarakhand

Correct Answer: (b) Himachal Pradesh

Solution:

The power plant of Manikaran based on geothermal energy is located in the Parvati Valley on river Parvati, Northeast of Bhuntar in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh.

16. For which one of the following Satara is well known? [I.A.S. (Pre) 2005]

(a) Thermal Power Plan
(b) Wind Energy Plant
(c) Hydro-electric Plant
(d) Nuclear Power Plant

Correct Answer: (b) Wind Energy Plant

Solution:

Chalkewadi wind energy project in Satara (Maharashtra) is developed for generating electricity. Five hundred windmills are put up all along the plateau to generate electricity.

17. Which of the following States of India have the higher opportunities for the development of wind power? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2020]

(a) Uttar Pradesh and Punjab
(b) Bihar and Jharkhand
(c) Tamil Nadu and Gujarat
(d) Rajasthan and Odisha

Correct Answer: (c) Tamil Nadu and Gujarat

Solution:According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Government of India, the total wind power capacity in the country is 302.25 GW at 100 meters above ground level and 695.50 GW at 120 meters. According to this, the states (in GW) with more potential for development of wind energy from the given options are as follows:

State	(100 meters above ground level)	(120 meters above ground level)
Gujarat	84.43	142.56
Rajasthan	18.77	127.75
Tamil Nadu	33.80	68.75

18. Which among the following ranks first in wind power generation? [U.P.U.D.A./L.D.A. (Pre) 2013]

(a) Gujarat
(b) Maharashtra
(c) Karnataka
(d) Rajasthan

Correct Answer: (a) Gujarat

Solution:In the context of wind power generation (December, 2023), Gujarat is at first position, after that Tamil Nadu holds the second rank.

Wind energy is the kinetic energy associated with the movement of atmospheric air. Wind turbines transform the energy in the wind into mechanical power, further converting it to electric power to generate electricity. Current manufacturing capacity is 42 GW and it is expected to get an additional 5GW in the current financial year. Wind energy is an important source of renewable energy in India. Many of the largest operational onshore wind farms are located in the United States, India, and China. Five nations - Germany, USA, Denmark, Spain, and India account for 80% of the world's installed wind energy capacity.

19. Which one of the following statements about energy production and consumption in India is not correct? [47th B.P.S.C. (Pre) 2005]

(a) During the last decade, energy production in India has shown a declining trend.
(b) The per capita energy consumption in the world is the lowerst in India
(c) The non-conventional sources of energy contribute less than one percent of the total commercial energy produced in India.
(d) The industry is the major energy consuming sector in India.

Correct Answer: (c) The non-conventional sources of energy contribute less than one percent of the total commercial energy produced in India.

Solution:The non-conventional sources of energy contribute approx more than 1% of the total commercial energy produced in India. Thus, statement (c) is wrong.

The term "non-conventional sources of energy" or "renewable resources of energy" refers to natural resources that may constantly provide useable energy over an extended period of time and are still usable even after they have been used up. Solar, wind, hydro, and biomass are some examples of unconventional sources of energy.

20. The biggest wind energy project in Asia with a capacity of 150 megawatts is located in: [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 1999]

(a) Gujarat
(b) Maharashtra
(c) Tamil Nadu
(d) Karnataka

Correct Answer: (c) Tamil Nadu

Solution:At the time when the question was asked, Asia's biggest wind energy project was established in village Muppandal (150 MW) Tamil Nadu.

Wind energy is the kinetic energy associated with the movement of
atmospheric air. Wind turbines transform the energy in the wind into mechanical power, further converting it to electric power to generate electricity. Current manufacturing capacity is 42 GW and it is expected to get an additional 5GW in the current financial year. Wind energy is an important source of renewable energy in India. Many of the largest operational onshore wind farms are located in the United States, India, and China. Five nations -Germany, USA, Denmark, Spain, and India - account for 80% of the world's installed wind energy capacity.

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