Consider the following statements regarding India's power sector developments:

India’s installed power capacity has reached 456.7 GW as of November 2024, reflecting a 7.2% year-on-year growth.

The share of renewable energy in India’s total installed capacity has increased to 27%.

India has committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040 under its renewable energy initiatives.

How many of the above statements are correct?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Only one

Key Points

India’s installed power capacity reached 456.7 GW by November 2024, showing 7.2% YoY growth. Hence Statement 1 correct.
The share of renewable energy in India’s installed capacity now stands at 47%. Hence Statement 2 incorrect.
India’s net zero target is set for 2070, not 2040. Hence Statement 3 incorrect.