Green Energy UPSC Questions

General Issues on Environmental Ecology, Bio-diversity & Climate Change

Green Energy MCQ Questions


1.
What is the main reason for promoting renewable energy sources?
A.
To reduce electricity costs
B.
To reduce environmental damage
C.
To increase industrial output
D.
To match international standards
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ANSWER :
B. To reduce environmental damage
2.
Which of the following is not a primary renewable energy source?
A.
Solar energy
B.
Wind energy
C.
Geothermal energy
D.
Coal
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ANSWER :
D. Coal
3.
Which state has the maximum solar energy potential in India?
A.
Punjab
B.
Rajasthan
C.
Maharashtra
D.
Kerala
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ANSWER :
B. Rajasthan
4.
With reference to India's biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are

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A.
Birds
B.
Primates
C.
Reptiles
D.
Amphibians
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ANSWER :
A. Birds
5.
Which form of solar energy uses mirrors to reflect sunlight onto a receiver?
A.
Photovoltaic cells
B.
Concentrated Solar Power
C.
LSC technology
D.
Solar panels
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ANSWER :
B. Concentrated Solar Power
6.
What is the term used by PM for countries part of the International Solar Alliance?
A.
Sunshine Nations
B.
Solar Friends
C.
Surya Mitra
D.
Surya Putra
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ANSWER :
D. Surya Putra