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Que 1. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding solar energy?
1. Sun is an ultimate source of solar energy.
2. It is the cleanest energy source.
3. Light/Heat is converted into electrical energy.
Select the correct answer code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer (d)
Explanation:
Solar energy is radiant light and heat from the Sun. (Statement 1 is correct)
Solar energy is the cleanest and most abundant renewable energy source available. (Statement 2 is correct)
Sun light/heat can be converted into thermal or electrical energy. (Statement 3 is correct)
Que 2. In the Context of history of solar energy, which of the following statement is/are correct?
1. Human used Sun light to light fire in 7th century B.C.
2. First solar power airplane built in 1958.
Select the correct statements code given above:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer (a)
Explanation:
Solar technology isn’t new. Its history spans from the 7th Century B.C. to today. We started out concentrating the sun’s heat with glass and mirrors to light fires. (Statement 1 is correct)
First solar power airplane built in 1981. (Statement 2 is not correct)
Today, we have everything from solar-powered buildings to solar powered vehicles.
Que 3. With reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statements:
1. Photovoltaics is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity.
2. Solar Thermal is a technology that utilizes the Sun’s rays to generate heat which is further used in electricity generation process.
3. India has manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for Photovoltaics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer(a)
Explanation:
Solar Technologies convert sunlight into electrical energy either through Photovoltaic (PV) panels or through mirrors that concentrate solar radiation.
Solar Thermal Technology: The heat generated by the sun to provide space or water heating in the case of Solar Heating and Cooling systems. (Statement 2 is not correct)
Que 4. In the context of benefits of solar energy, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Solar energy systems require no maintenance costs.
2. It will reduce the electricity bill.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer (b)
Explanation:
Solar energy systems generally require low maintenance costs. Most reliable solar panel manufacturers offer 20-25 years warranty. (Statement 1 is not correct)
Que 5. Consider the following pairs:
Evolution of Solar Energy Year
1. First use Sunlight to Fire 500 A.D.
2. First Photovoltaic Cell 1954
3. First Used for Satellite in Space 1958
4. First solar powered airplane 1981
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2, 3 and 4 only
Answer (d)
Que 6. In the context of solar energy, " solar attic fans " is used for:
(a) Ventilation
(b) Room Heating in Winter
(c) Electricity Generation
(d) Kill virus in Home
Answer(a)
Que 7. With reference to International Solar Alliance (ISA), which of the following statements are correct?
1. International Solar Alliance (ISA) announced at the 21st session of UNFCCC.
2. The ISA is headquartered in Paris, France.
Select the correct using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer(a)
Explanation:
International Solar Alliance (ISA) announced on 30th November 2015, at the 21st session of United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP-21) in Paris, France. (Statement 1 is correct)
The ISA is headquartered in Gurugram, India. (Statement 2 is not correct)
Que 8. Consider the following statements:
1. The International Solar Alliance was launched at the United Nations Climate Change Conference in 2015.
2. The Alliance includes all the member countries of the United Nations.
Which of the above statements is/are correct? (UPSC 2016)
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer(a)
Explanation:
Members of International Solar Alliance (ISA):
There are 121 solar resource-rich countries lying fully or partially between the tropic of Cancer and tropic of Capricorn as prospective members.
Till now, 75 countries have signed and ratified ISA framework agreement.
Que 9. Consider the following pairs:
Assembly of ISA Place
1. First Gurugram, India
2. Second New Delhi, India
3. Third Paris, France
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 3 only
Answer (b)
Explanation:
ISA Assemblies:
The First Assembly of the ISA was held from 2 to 5 October 2018 in Greater Noida, India.
The Second Assembly of the ISA was convened from 30 October to 1 November 2019 at New Delhi, India. 78 countries participated in this Assembly.
The Third Assembly of the ISA was convened from 14 to 16 October 2020 in virtual mode.
Que 10. In the Third Assembly 2020, ISA appointed its president and co- president for a term of ______?
(a) 1 year
(b) 2 year
(c) 3 year
(d) 4 year
Answer (b)
Explanation:
Recently, India and France were re-elected as the President and Co- President of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) for a term of two years at the virtual meeting of the Third Assembly.
Que 11. The implementation of the One Sun One World One Grid initiative by providing human and financial resources. This is implemented under the:
(a) CoP 26
(b) CoP 25
(c) CoP 23
(d) CoP 21
Answer (a)
Que 12. With reference to ISA’s engagement with the private and public corporate sector through the:
(a) UNEP
(b) UNDP
(c) CSCA
(d) IAEA
Answer(c)
Explanation:
ISA’s engagement with the private and public corporate sector through the Coalition for Sustainable Climate Action (CSCA).
Que 13. For the first time since the inception of the framework agreement of ISA, Solar awards were conferred on countries of the region as well as institutions working for solar. Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. The Visvesvaraya Award recognizes the countries with maximum floating solar capacity.
2. The Kalpana Chawla Awards recognize outstanding contribution of scientists in the field of solar energy.
Select the correct using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer(c)
Explanation:
First Time ISA Solar Awards:
The Visvesvaraya Award: It recognizes the countries with maximum floating solar capacity in each of the four regions of ISA. The awards went to Japan for the Asia Pacific region and the Netherlands for Europe and Others region.
The Kalpana Chawla Awards: It recognise outstanding contribution of scientists and engineers working in the field of solar energy.
The Diwakar Award: The award recognizes organisations & institutions that have been working for the benefit of differently-abled people and have maximised the use of solar energy in the host country.
Que 14. Due to recent global pandemic (Covid-19), ISA setting up ISA CARES, an initiative dedicated to deployment of solar energy in healthcare sector in LDC/SIDS ISA Member countries. What is aim of this initiative?
(a) Solarize one primary health sector in each district of the target Member countries.
(b) Solarize at least three primary health sector in each district of the target Member countries.
(c) Solarize all primary health sector in each district of the target Member countries.
(d) Solarize at least 7 primary health sector in each district of the target Member countries.
Answer(a)
Explanation:
Due to recent Health Crisis, ISA setting up ISA CARES, an initiative dedicated to deployment of solar energy in healthcare sector in LDC/SIDS ISA Member countries.
The initiative aims to solarize one primary health sector in each district of the target Member countries.
Que 15. Now actively involved in preparing a vision and implementation plan for One Sun One World One Grid Initiative to harness the power of inter-connected grids for enabling energy transition to a low-carbon world. Recently signed a tripartite agreement among the:
(a) ISA, IMF and Government of India
(b) ISA, World Bank and France Government
(c) ISA, WEF and Government of India
(d) ISA, World Bank and Government of India
Answer(d)
Que 16. How much Solar energy is contributing in global electricity?
(a) 2.1%
(b) 2.3%
(c) 2.5%
(d) 2.8%
Answer(d)
17. Consider the following statements is/are correct regarding National Solar Mission (NSM)?
1. It was launched in 2016.
2. Initially target to achieve 100 GW power by 2022.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer(d)
Explanation:
In January 2010, the NSM was launched with the objective of establishing India as a global leader in solar energy, by creating the policy conditions for solar technology diffusion across the country as quickly as possible.
The initial target of NSM was to install 20 GW solar power by 2022.
Que 18. In the context of solar energy, what were India’s commitments in 2015?
1. To installed 100 GW solar power by 2022.
2. To combat climate change under the Paris Agreement.
3. To achieve 40% of installed electric power capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030.
Select the correct using the code given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer(d)
Explanation:
India’s commitments under the 2015 Paris Agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 33 to 35 percent below 2005 levels, and to achieve 40 percent of installed electric power capacity from non-fossil sources by 2030. With progressively declining costs, improved efficiency and reliability renewable energy is now an attractive option for meeting the energy needs across different sectors of the economy.
Que 19. In the context of achievements of solar energy in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. India has reported 15 times increase in the capacity of solar energy.
2. Solar installed capacity reached 35.12 GW as of 30 June 2020.
Select the correct using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer(c)
Explanation:
During the last 6 years, India has witnessed the fastest rate of growth in renewable energy capacity addition among all large economies, with renewable energy capacity growing by 2.5 times.
India has reported 15 times increase in the capacity of solar energy and is leading the International Solar Alliance today.
Solar power in India is a fast-developing industry. The country’s solar installed capacity reached 35.12 GW as of 30 June 2020.
Also Read: Solar Energy in India
Que 20. In the context of National Solar Mission (NSM) in India, which one of the following statements is correct?
(a) It was launched in January 2015.
(b) The target of NSM was to install 100 GW solar power by 2022.
(c) To deploy 20 million solar lighting systems for urban areas by 2022.
(d) It is implemented in few states only.
Answer(b)
Explanation:
In January 2010, the National Solar Mission (NSM) was launched with the objective of establishing India as a global leader in solar energy, by creating the policy conditions for solar technology diffusion across the country as quickly as possible.
The initial target of NSM was to install 20 GW solar power by 2022. This was upscaled to 100 GW in early 2015.
National Solar Mission to deploy 20 million solar lighting systems for rural areas by 2022.
Que 21. Consider the following statements regarding PM-KUSUM Yojana:
- For providing water and energy security to farmers.
- Farmers becoming Annadata as well as Urjadata.
- It is merged with PM-KSY.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
PM-KUSUM Scheme is an ambitious scheme consisting of three components for providing water and energy security to farmers and enhancing their income by making Annadata also a Urjadata.
Convergence of Scheme with PM-KSY and Agriculture Infrastructure Fund has also been provided for. For ease of availability of finance, the Reserve Bank of India included the three components of the Scheme under Priority Sector Lending Guidelines.
In November, 2020, MNRE amended/clarified implementation Guidelines of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyaan (PM-KUSUM) Scheme based on the learnings from the implementation of the Scheme during the first year. Scope of scheme has been increased by including pasturelands and marshy lands owned farmers. Size of solar plant has been reduced so that small farmers can participate and completion period increased from nine to twelve months. Further, penalty for shortfall in generation removed for ease of implementation by farmers.
Que 22. The AJAY Ph-II Scheme for installation of solar street lights with 25% fund contribution from MPLAD Funds was discontinued from 1 April 2020 as the Government decided to suspend the MPLAD Funds for next two years:
(a) 2020-2022
(b)2019-2021
(c) 2021-2023
(d) 2022-2024
Answer(a)
Explanation:
Atal Jyoti Yojana (AJAY) Phase-II Scheme for installation of solar street lights with 25% fund contribution from MPLAD Funds was discontinued from 1 April 2020 as the Government decided to suspend the MPLAD Funds for next two years i.e. 2020-21 and 2021-22.
However, installation of 1.5 lakh solar street lights sanctioned under the scheme till March 2020 was under progress and till October 2020 around 0.84 lakh solar street lights reported installed and balance are targeted to be completed by March 2021.
About MPLAD:
The Members of Parliament Local Area Development Division (MPLAD) is entrusted with the responsibility of implementation of Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS). Under the scheme, each MP has the choice to suggest to the District Collector for works to the tune of Rs.5 Crores per annum to be taken up in his/her constituency.
The Rajya Sabha Members of Parliament can recommend works in one or more districts in the State from where he/she has been elected.
The Nominated Members of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha may select any one or more Districts from any one State in the Country for implementation of their choice of work under the scheme. The Ministry has issued the guidelines on MPLADS Scheme including implementation and monitoring of the scheme. The Department has initiated all necessary steps to ensure that the scheme is successfully implemented in the field.
Que 23. Which of the following statements is/are correct with respect to Phase-3 of the Off-Grid Solar PV Applications Programme?
- It is for Solar Street Lights, Solar Study Lamps.
- 2.13 lakh solar study lamps distributed till October 2020.
Select the correct using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer(c)
Explanation:
Off-Grid Solar PV Applications Programme Phase III: Implementation of Phase-3 of the Off-Grid Solar PV Applications Programme for Solar Street Lights, Solar Study Lamps and Solar Power Packs was extended for North-Eastern States during the year.
Till October 2020 around 30000 solar street lights installed, 2.13 lakh solar study lamps distributed and 1.5 MW solar power packs have been set-up as reported by SNAs.
Que 24. Solar power developers with a plug and play model, by facilitating necessary infrastructure like land, power evacuation facilities, road connectivity, water facility etc., provided by:
(a) Atal Jyoti Yojana
(b) PM-KUSUM
(c)Roof Top Solar programme
(d) Solar Parks Scheme
Answer(d)
Explanation:
Solar Parks Scheme:
To facilitate large scale grid connected solar power projects, a scheme for “Development of Solar Parks and Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects” is under implementation with a target capacity of 40 GW capacity by March 2022.
Solar parks provide solar power developers with a plug and play model, by facilitating necessary infrastructure like land, power evacuation facilities, road connectivity, water facility etc. along with all statuary clearances.
So far, 40 solar parks have been sanctioned with a cumulative capacity of 26.3 GW in 15 states. Solar power projects of an aggregate capacity of around 8 GW have already been commissioned in these parks.
Que 25. In the context of Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) Scheme for Solar Energy, which of the following statements is/are correct?
- It provided Viability Gap Funding.
- It will increase import of solar cells.
Select the correct using the code given below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Answer(a)
Explanation:
Public Sector Undertaking (CPSU) Scheme:
A scheme for setting up 12 GW Grid- Connected Solar PV Power Projects by Public Sector Undertakings with domestic cells and modules is under implementation.
Viability Gap Funding support is provided under this scheme. Apart from adding solar capacity, the scheme will also create demand for domestically manufactured solar cells/modules, and thus help domestic manufacturing.
Que 26. Consider the following pairs:
Solar Power Plants Place
1. Bhadla Solar Park Rajasthan
2.Shakti Sthala Solar Power Karnataka
3.Kamuthi solar power plant Kerala
4.Ultra Mega Solar Park Gujarat
Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 4 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 2, 3 and 4 only
Answer (a)
Explanation:
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