Why in News? Recently, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy ( MNRE’s) is implementing Grid-connected Rooftop Solar Scheme (Phase-II). The scheme is being implemented in the states by local Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOMs). Aim: The aim of the scheme is to achieve the final capacity of 40,000 MW from Rooftop Solar Projects by 2022. Key Points: […]
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Introduction: Man has used the sun’s energy for thousands of years, from ancient Greece (7th Century B.C) where magnifying lenses were used to light bonfires projecting the sun’s rays, passing through Da Vinci and his inventions, to its application in space engineering in the 60s to powering spacecraft, today it is intended to be used
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These Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) derived from PIB, UPSC Prelims previous year papers, etc. MCQs on Solar Energy are conceptual as well as factual. These questions-answer will be useful for UPSC, UPPSC, and other Civil Service Prelims Examinations… 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
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