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Which of these is a major obstacle in expanding solar energy capacity in India, per NCERT?
ALack of sunshine in equatorial India
BSolar power's unsuitability for the tropics (typical)
CHigh initial cost of equipment despite abundant sunshine
DSolar plants need uranium fuel
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. High initial cost of equipment despite abundant sunshine
1. NCERT discusses non-conventional energy adoption challenges.
2. India has tremendous solar potential due to its tropical climate.
3. The high initial cost of solar panels and grid storage are the major obstacles to wider adoption.
4. The chapter also notes solar can help replace dependence on cow dung in rural households.
_Source: NCERT Class 10 Geography Contemporary India - II, Ch 5 "Minerals and Energy Resources", §Solar ¶1_
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