Question

Arrange the following Power Installed Capacity (Megawatt) of India, as on March 2025, in descending order-
A. Coal and Lignite based
B. Solar Power
C. Hydro Power
D. Gas based
E. Atomic Power
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A, D, C, B, E
• B. C, A, B, E, D
• C. A, B, C, D, E
• D. C, D, A, B, E

Hint:

Coal-based power still contributes the largest share of India's electricity generation capacity despite rapid renewable energy growth.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept:
Installed power capacity refers to the maximum electricity generation capability of different energy sources in India. India uses both conventional and renewable energy resources.

Step 1: Understand the major energy sources. The major electricity generation sources include:
• Coal and lignite
• Solar power
• Hydro power
• Gas-based power
• Atomic power

Step 2: Compare the installed capacities. As of March 2025, the approximate descending order of installed capacity is: \[ \text{Coal and Lignite} > \text{Solar Power} > \text{Hydro Power} > \text{Gas Based} > \text{Atomic Power} \]

Step 3: Arrange according to the symbols.
• A -- Coal and Lignite based
• B -- Solar Power
• C -- Hydro Power
• D -- Gas based
• E -- Atomic Power Thus, the descending order becomes: \[ A, B, C, D, E \]

Step 4: Match with the given options. The sequence: \[ A, B, C, D, E \] matches option (C).

Step 5: Conclusion. Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{A, B, C, D, E} \]