- Statement 1 is correct. At COP26 in Glasgow (2021), India's Prime Minister announced several ambitious climate targets, including achieving 500 GW of non-fossil energy capacity by 2030. This target is a key focus area for the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). - Statement 2 is incorrect. As of recent data (typically late 2022 or 2023, relevant for a UPSC-style question from that period), India's global rankings in renewable energy are different. While rankings fluctuate slightly between sources and reporting periods, India consistently ranks among the top countries but not as stated: India typically ranks 4th globally in total Renewable Energy Installed Capacity (including Large Hydro), 4th in Wind Power capacity, and 4th in Solar Power capacity. The ranks mentioned in statement 2 (2nd overall, 2nd in Wind, 24th in Solar) are inaccurate.
Evaluate the below mentioned statements. 1. In line with Prime Minister's announcement at COP26, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is working towards achieving 500 GW of installed electricity capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030 2. India stands 2nd globally in Renewable Energy Installed Capacity (including Large Hydro), 2nd in Wind Power capacity & 24th in Solar Power capacity Select the correct answer code :
Asked in GPSC Prelims CSP 2 2024 · Topic: Non-Conventional Energy (Government Initiatives and Policies: National and international frameworks for renewable energy)
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