Technology : Electronics And Green Technology

Q 4 / 38

UPSC CSE Prelims 2025

Consider the following statements about 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' :

  1. It targets installation of one crore solar rooftop panels in the residential sector.
  2. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy aims to impart training on installation, operation, maintenance and repairs of solar rooftop systems at grassroot levels.
  3. It aims to create more than three lakhs skilled manpower through fresh skilling, and up-skilling, under scheme component of capacity building.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

EXPLANATION

Correct Option (D)

All three statements regarding the 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' are correct.

Explanation

  • Statement 1: The scheme's primary objective is to facilitate the installation of one crore rooftop solar systems in the residential sector. This aims to provide free electricity to households and advance the adoption of renewable energy sources.
  • Statement 2: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is tasked with imparting comprehensive training. This training covers the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of rooftop solar systems, thereby developing essential technical skills at the grassroots level.
  • Statement 3: Under its capacity-building component, the scheme targets the creation of over three lakh skilled manpower. This is achieved through fresh skilling and upskilling programs, contributing to employment generation in the renewable energy sector.

Incorrect Options

Options (A), (B), and (C) are incorrect as they do not include all the correct statements. All three statements presented in the question accurately describe the provisions and objectives of the 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana'.

SOURCEThe Hindu/Indian Express/PIB February 2024