Q67.
With reference to solar power production in India, consider the following statements: 1. India is the third largest in the world in the manufacture of silicon wafers used in photovoltaic units. 2. The solar power tariffs are determined by the Solar Energy Corporation of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer
D
Explanation
Statement 1 is not correct: Only modules and cells are made in India, with imported material. India does not rank among top manufacturers of silicon wafers. Statement 2 is not correct: Solar Power tariffs are determined through regulations of CERC/SERC or through competitive bidding - NOT by Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI).