Arrange the following states in the descending order of their wind pow...
The correct answer is option 'C' - 2-3-4-1. Let's understand the reasoning behind this order:
1. Tamil Nadu:
- Tamil Nadu is the state with the highest installed capacity of wind power in India.
- It has been a pioneer in the development of wind energy, with strong government support and favorable policies.
- The state has a favorable geographical location with a long coastline, making it suitable for harnessing wind energy.
- Tamil Nadu has a total installed capacity of around 9,300 megawatts (MW) of wind power.
2. Gujarat:
- Gujarat has the second-highest installed capacity of wind power in India.
- The state has been actively promoting renewable energy, including wind power, through various initiatives and policies.
- Gujarat's geographical location also provides good wind resources, especially along its coastline.
- The state has a total installed capacity of around 7,500 MW of wind power.
3. Maharashtra:
- Maharashtra ranks third in terms of installed capacity of wind power.
- The state has been actively promoting renewable energy and has set ambitious targets for wind power generation.
- Maharashtra's coastal areas, along with hilly regions, offer favorable conditions for harnessing wind energy.
- The state has a total installed capacity of around 5,500 MW of wind power.
4. Karnataka:
- Karnataka ranks fourth in terms of installed capacity of wind power.
- The state has been making significant progress in renewable energy, including wind power.
- Karnataka has favorable wind resources, particularly in its coastal and hilly regions.
- The state has a total installed capacity of around 4,700 MW of wind power.
In summary, the correct order of states in descending order of their wind power installed capacity is 2-3-4-1, which corresponds to Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka, respectively.
Arrange the following states in the descending order of their wind pow...
- Wind energy is the kinetic energy associated with the movement of air. Large wind turbines convert this energy into mechanical energy which is further used for generating electricity. India has large wind potential with Tamil Nadu having a maximum capacity of more than 9000 MW.
- The total capacity is the addition of the values (up to 2019 + 2019-20) for a given state,
- For, Gujarat it is 6073.05 + 1468.45 = 7541.50
- For, Maharashtra it is 4794.19 + 206.20 = 5000.39
- For, Karnataka it is 4694.90 + 95.70 = 4790.60
- For Tamil Nadu, it is 8968.89 + 335.44 = 9304.33
Thus the correct order is Tamil Nadu > Gujarat > Maharashtra > Karnataka. Hence the correct order of the given question is 2-3-4-1. Hence option (c) is the correct answer.
To make sure you are not studying endlessly, EduRev has designed UPSC study material, with Structured Courses, Videos, & Test Series. Plus get personalized analysis, doubt solving and improvement plans to achieve a great score in UPSC.