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Q14 (IAS/2022) Economy β€Ί Industry, Infrastructure & Investment β€Ί Energy sector infrastructure Official Key

Consider the following statements : 1. Gujarat has the largest solar park in India. 2. Kerala has a fully solar powered International Airport. 3. Goa has the largest floating solar photovoltaic project in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

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Your answer: β€”  Β·  Correct: B
Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 (2 only) based on the following factual assessment:

  • Statement 1 is incorrect: While Gujarat hosts the significant Charanka Solar Park, the Bhadla Solar Park in Rajasthan is currently the largest solar park in India (and the world) in terms of installed capacity, surpassing Gujarat's projects.
  • Statement 2 is correct: The Cochin International Airport in Kerala became the world's first fully solar-powered airport in 2015. It remains a global benchmark for sustainable aviation, powered entirely by its dedicated solar plant.
  • Statement 3 is incorrect: Goa does not host the largest floating solar project. As of recent data, the largest floating solar photovoltaic projects in India are located in Ramagundam (Telangana) or Omkareshwar (Madhya Pradesh), depending on the stage of commissioning. Goa lacks the massive reservoir infrastructure required for such large-scale floating installations.

Therefore, only statement 2 is factually accurate, making Option 2 the right choice.

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Q. Consider the following statements : 1. Gujarat has the largest solar park in India. 2. Kerala has a fully solar powered International Air…
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Origin: Mostly Current Affairs Fairness: Low / Borderline fairness Books / CA: 0/10 Β· 10/10

This is a classic 'Superlatives in Infrastructure' question. UPSC loves testing 'India's First' or 'India's Largest' tags in the renewable sector. The strategy is simple: Maintain a 'State-wise Superlatives' table for Energy, Transport, and Science. If a state is mentioned with a 'Largest' tag, verify it against the specific geographic advantage (e.g., Deserts for Solar Parks, Reservoirs for Floating Solar).

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Statement 1
Is the largest solar park in India located in Gujarat?
Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source
Presence: 5/5
"Gujarat | [24Β°10β€²04.41β€³N 69Β°34β€²09.79β€³E / 24.1678917Β°N 69.5693861Β°E / 24.1678917; 69.5693861 (Adani Green Solar Park)] | 2,250 | 2024"
Why this source?
  • The passage lists 'Adani Green Solar Park' with Gujarat coordinates and a capacity of 2,250 MW (2024).
  • The table shows this 2,250 MW entry as the largest capacity listed, indicating the largest park is in Gujarat.

Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > Solar Energy Sector > p. 449
Strength: 5/5
β€œThe measures taken by the government in the field of solar energy are: β€’ Solar Rooftop Dealt under the National Solar Mission to add grid connected rooftop ΓΈ system over a period of 5 years (up to 2019-20).β€’ Solar Park Around 34 solar parks with a capacity of around 22,000 MW have been sanctioned in 22 states by the GOI. Bhadla Solar Park is the world's largest solar park located in Rajasthan with a capacity of 2,245 MW and is operational now.”
Why relevant

Names Bhadla Solar Park as the world's largest solar park and states it is located in Rajasthan (capacity 2,245 MW).

How to extend

A student could compare the named largest park's location (Rajasthan) with Gujarat on a map or via lists of large parks to judge the statement.

Exploring Society:India and Beyond ,Social Science, Class VIII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 1: Natural Resources and Their Use > The International Solar Alliance β€” India's leadership in renewable energy > p. 18
Strength: 4/5
β€œIndia and France launched the International Alliance for Solar Energy (IASE) in 2015 β€” a coalition of sunshine-rich countries committed to harnessing solar power. The alliance focuses on countries blessed with abundant sunlight throughout the year. India has helped channel billions of dollars into solar projects across developing nations, sharing technical expertise and creating affordable financing options. The Bhadla Solar Park is a symbol of India's solar ambitions, demonstrating how a country can transition from traditional energy sources to renewable alternatives. For Indians, this alliance represents both environmental responsibility and economic opportunity. Even as we deal with these issues we must be mindful that the distribution and access to resources, including basic ones like water and clean air, is often unfair to some sections of society.”
Why relevant

Refers to Bhadla Solar Park as a symbol of India's solar ambitions, reinforcing Bhadla's prominence among Indian solar parks.

How to extend

Use this example plus a geographic map to note the state of Bhadla and infer whether Gujarat likely hosts the largest park.

Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > GLOBAL INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITY > p. 442
Strength: 3/5
β€œIn the case of India, two GIF-supported projects have been taken up till now: β€’ 1. Solar PPP Program for development of solar parks under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. β€’ 2. Rajasthan State Highways Development Project.”
Why relevant

Mentions a GIF-supported Solar PPP Program for development of solar parks and separately lists a Rajasthan state project, indicating Rajasthan is active in large-scale solar park development.

How to extend

Combine this pattern (Rajasthan-focused projects) with known park names/locations to assess if Gujarat has the single largest park.

INDIA PEOPLE AND ECONOMY, TEXTBOOK IN GEOGRAPHY FOR CLASS XII (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 5: Mineral and Energy Resources > Solar Energy > p. 61
Strength: 3/5
β€œSun rays tapped in photovoltaic cells can be converted into energy, known as solar energy. The two effective processes considered to be very effective to tap solar energy are photovoltaics and solar thermal technology. Solar thermal technology has some relative advantages over all other non-renewable energy sources. It is cost competitive, environment friendly and easy to construct. Solar energy is 7 per cent more effective than coal or oil based plants and 10 per cent more effective than nuclear plants. It is generally used more in appliances like heaters, crop dryers, cookers, etc. The western part of India has greater potential for the development of solar energy in Gujarat and Rajasthan.”
Why relevant

States western India (Gujarat and Rajasthan) has greater potential for solar energy, implying large parks are likely in these states.

How to extend

A student can narrow likely locations to Gujarat or Rajasthan and then check which state hosts the named largest parks.

Statement 2
Does Kerala have an international airport that is fully powered by solar energy?
Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source
Presence: 5/5
"Cochin International Airport (CIAL) is the world’s first fully solar-powered airport, setting a precedent in sustainable aviation."
Why this source?
  • The passage explicitly names Cochin International Airport (CIAL) as fully solar-powered.
  • The surrounding context of the passage is about Kerala's renewable-energy developments, linking CIAL to Kerala.
  • The passage gives supporting details (e.g., a 50 MW solar plant) indicating substantial solar capacity at the airport.

Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 12: Transport, Communications and Trade > Air Sewa > p. 31
Strength: 5/5
β€œstatus/schedule information, airport Information and FAQs. (Ref: India 2019 Year book) Airports: There are 450 airports in the country in various stages of development. Out of these Ahmadabad, Amritsar, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Panaji, Srinagar and Thiruvananthapuram are the international airports. The improvement in the infrastructural facilities at the airports need heavy capital investment which the government cannot afford of its own. Therefore, private domestic and foreign investors including Non-Resident Indians have been encouraged to participate in the process of improvement of the Indian Airlines. Cargo: In order to help the Indian exports to make their exports more competitive, the Government had introduced in April 1992 an Open Sky Policy for cargo.”
Why relevant

Lists Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram as international airports in the country, establishing that Kerala has international airports to be considered for solar powering.

How to extend

A student could combine this with a map or local news searches to check which Kerala airport (if any) has implemented large-scale solar projects.

Environment, Shankar IAS Acedemy .(ed 10th) > Chapter 22: Renewable Energy > zz.r.3 Potential of solar energy in India > p. 288
Strength: 4/5
β€œβ€’ India has the potential to generate 35 GW using solar photovoltaic and solar thermal energy. β€’ Solar energy of about 5,000 trillion kWh per year is incident over India's land area with most parts receiving 4-7 kWh per sq. m per day. Hence both technology routes (solar thermal and solar photovoltaic) for conversion of solar radiation into heat and electricity can effectively be harnessed providing huge scalability for solar power in India.”
Why relevant

States India has large technical potential (35 GW) and high solar insolation, indicating feasibility of powering major facilities with solar energy.

How to extend

Use the stated national potential and local solar insolation data for Kerala to assess whether an airport's power needs could plausibly be met by solar installations.

Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > Solar Energy Sector > p. 449
Strength: 4/5
β€œThe world's second-largest solar park or photovoltaic (PV) power station named Shakti Sthala is at Pavagada in Karnataka with a capacity of 2,050 MW. β€’ Solar Pumps Around 2.5 lakh solar pumps had been installed for irrigation and drinking water purposes by 2019-20. β€’ Solar Cities 56 solar city projects have been approved under the development of solar cities programme. β€’ Surya Mitra Scheme aims at training 50,000 personnel or Surya Mitras in solar energy sector within a period of 5 years from 2015-20.”
Why relevant

Gives concrete examples of very large solar projects (e.g., Pavagada 2,050 MW) and widespread deployment (solar pumps, solar cities), showing India undertakes large-scale solar installations.

How to extend

Compare scale of such projects to typical airport energy consumption to judge if a full solar supply for an international airport is practical and has precedent.

Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 8: Energy Resources > Solar Energy > p. 28
Strength: 3/5
β€œThe Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) technology enables the conversion of solar radiation into electricity without involving any moving part like turbine. Over 650,000 solar PV systems have been installed in the country. In many parts of the country, the solar energy programmes have been implemented. One such example is the Rural Energy Co-operative at Sagar Island in the Sundarban Delta of West Bengal. Similar programmes have been implemented in the other islands in the Bay of Bengal, the desert of Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Kalyanpur (Aligarh), and Coimbatore (Fig. 8.8).”
Why relevant

Notes extensive deployment of solar PV systems across India and specific regional examples, implying decentralized and institutional solar adoption is common.

How to extend

A student could look for similar institutional examples (airports, campuses) in the cited regions and then search whether Kerala airports appear in such lists.

Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > INTERNATIONAL SOLAR ALLIANCE > p. 451
Strength: 3/5
β€œInternational Solar Alliance (ISA) was initiated by India in 2015; it is an alliance of 121 countries, most of them being sunshine countries, which lie either completely or partly between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn. The aim of ISA is to work for efficient exploitation of solar energy. Countries that do not fall within the Tropics, can also join the alliance and enjoy all benefits as other members, with the exception of voting rights. ISA is headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana.”
Why relevant

Describes the International Solar Alliance and India's leadership in promoting solar, indicating policy and financing support that could enable airport-scale solar projects.

How to extend

Use knowledge of ISA and national policy to infer that major infrastructure projects (like airports) are plausible candidates for solarisation and then check specific project records for Kerala.

Statement 3
Is the largest floating solar photovoltaic project in India located in Goa?
Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source
Presence: 5/5
"In July 2022, NTPC's 100 MW floating solar photovoltaic (PV) project becomes fully operational in Telangana and becomes India's largest floating solar plant"
Why this source?
  • Passage explicitly identifies the location of India's largest floating solar PV project.
  • It states NTPC's 100 MW floating solar PV project is in Telangana and became India's largest, which contradicts the claim that it is in Goa.

Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > Solar Energy Sector > p. 449
Strength: 4/5
β€œThe world's second-largest solar park or photovoltaic (PV) power station named Shakti Sthala is at Pavagada in Karnataka with a capacity of 2,050 MW. β€’ Solar Pumps Around 2.5 lakh solar pumps had been installed for irrigation and drinking water purposes by 2019-20. β€’ Solar Cities 56 solar city projects have been approved under the development of solar cities programme. β€’ Surya Mitra Scheme aims at training 50,000 personnel or Surya Mitras in solar energy sector within a period of 5 years from 2015-20.”
Why relevant

Identifies major large-scale solar installations in specific states (e.g., a very large PV park at Pavagada, Karnataka).

How to extend

A student could note that very large land-based projects exist in Karnataka and compare known large solar locations with any claims about Goa hosting the largest floating project.

Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 8: Energy Resources > Solar Energy > p. 28
Strength: 4/5
β€œThe Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) technology enables the conversion of solar radiation into electricity without involving any moving part like turbine. Over 650,000 solar PV systems have been installed in the country. In many parts of the country, the solar energy programmes have been implemented. One such example is the Rural Energy Co-operative at Sagar Island in the Sundarban Delta of West Bengal. Similar programmes have been implemented in the other islands in the Bay of Bengal, the desert of Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Kalyanpur (Aligarh), and Coimbatore (Fig. 8.8).”
Why relevant

Gives examples of solar PV being deployed on islands and coastal/marine-adjacent locations (Sagar Island in Sundarbans).

How to extend

Use this pattern to reason that floating/shoreline projects are plausible on estuaries or islands and then check whether Goa has suitable water bodies for such projects.

NCERT. (2022). Contemporary India II: Textbook in Geography for Class X (Revised ed.). NCERT. > Chapter 5: Print Culture and the Modern World > Solar Energy > p. 117
Strength: 3/5
β€œIndia is a tropical country. It has enormous possibilities of tapping solar energy. Photovoltaic technology converts sunlight directly into electricity. Solar energy is fast becoming popular in rural and remote areas. Some big solar power plants are being established in different parts of India which will minimise the dependence of rural households on firewood and dung cakes, which in turn will contribute to environmental conservation and adequate supply of manure in agriculture.”
Why relevant

Notes that solar energy is being used in islands and remote areas and that big solar plants are established in different parts of India.

How to extend

Combine with a map to see which coastal states/islands have reservoirs or estuaries suitable for floating PV, and assess whether Goa is a strong candidate.

INDIA PEOPLE AND ECONOMY, TEXTBOOK IN GEOGRAPHY FOR CLASS XII (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 8: International Trade > Can you find out the reasons for the variations in the location of ports along the two coasts? > p. 90
Strength: 4/5
β€œIt is the largest container port in India. Marmagao Port, situated at the entrance of the Zuari estuary, is a natural harbour in Goa. It gained significance after its remodelling in 1961 to handle iron-ore exports to Japan. Construction of Konkan railway has considerably extended the hinterland of this port. Karnataka, Goa, Southern Maharashtra constitute its hinterland. New Mangalore Port is located in the state of Karnataka and caters to the needs of the export of iron-ore and iron-concentrates. It also handles fertilisers, petroleum products, edible 90 India : People and Economy”
Why relevant

Describes Marmagao Port at the entrance of the Zuari estuary in Goa, indicating significant coastal/estuarine water bodies in the state.

How to extend

A student could infer Goa has estuaries that might host floating PV and then check whether any large floating project has been sited on the Zuari or nearby reservoirs.

INDIA PEOPLE AND ECONOMY, TEXTBOOK IN GEOGRAPHY FOR CLASS XII (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 5: Mineral and Energy Resources > Solar Energy > p. 61
Strength: 3/5
β€œSun rays tapped in photovoltaic cells can be converted into energy, known as solar energy. The two effective processes considered to be very effective to tap solar energy are photovoltaics and solar thermal technology. Solar thermal technology has some relative advantages over all other non-renewable energy sources. It is cost competitive, environment friendly and easy to construct. Solar energy is 7 per cent more effective than coal or oil based plants and 10 per cent more effective than nuclear plants. It is generally used more in appliances like heaters, crop dryers, cookers, etc. The western part of India has greater potential for the development of solar energy in Gujarat and Rajasthan.”
Why relevant

States western India (Gujarat and Rajasthan) has greater potential for solar development, highlighting other western states as likely sites for large solar capacity.

How to extend

Compare the higher-solar-potential regions (Gujarat/Rajasthan) with Goa to judge likelihood that the single largest floating PV would be in Goa versus states with larger solar potential and land area.

Pattern takeaway: The 'State-Swap' technique is UPSC's favorite distractor mechanism for infrastructure questions. They take a real project (Largest Floating Solar) and assign it to a plausible but incorrect state (Goa). Always map infrastructure projects to their physical geography (Deserts, Coastlines, Reservoirs).
How you should have studied
  1. [THE VERDICT]: Sitter/Trap Mix. Statement 2 is a global headline (UN Award to Cochin Airport). Statements 1 and 3 are 'State-Swap' traps. Solvable via standard Current Affairs compilations.
  2. [THE CONCEPTUAL TRIGGER]: Renewable Energy Infrastructure & The National Solar Mission. Specifically, the 'Ultra Mega Solar Power Projects' scheme.
  3. [THE HORIZONTAL EXPANSION]: Memorize the hierarchy: Largest Solar Park (Bhadla, Rajasthan > Pavagada, Karnataka); Largest Floating Solar (Ramagundam, Telangana / Omkareshwar, MP); First Solar Village (Modhera, Gujarat); First Solar City (Konark, Odisha).
  4. [THE STRATEGIC METACOGNITION]: Apply 'Geographic Feasibility'. Solar Parks need vast, flat, arid land (Rajasthan > Gujarat). Floating Solar needs large, calm reservoirs (Telangana/Andhra > Goa). If the geography doesn't match the infrastructure scale, the statement is likely false.
Concept hooks from this question
πŸ“Œ Adjacent topic to master
S1
πŸ‘‰ Bhadla Solar Park β€” location and scale
πŸ’‘ The insight

Bhadla is identified as the world's largest solar park and its state location is central to locating India’s largest park.

High-yield factual knowledge for UPSC: remembering flagship renewable projects and their locations helps answer geography and infrastructure questions, and links to policy discussions on renewable energy deployment and state-level capacity.

πŸ“š Reading List :
  • Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > Solar Energy Sector > p. 449
  • Exploring Society:India and Beyond ,Social Science, Class VIII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 1: Natural Resources and Their Use > The International Solar Alliance β€” India's leadership in renewable energy > p. 18
πŸ”— Anchor: "Is the largest solar park in India located in Gujarat?"
πŸ“Œ Adjacent topic to master
S1
πŸ‘‰ Distribution of solar parks under national programmes
πŸ’‘ The insight

The National Solar Mission and central programmes have sanctioned multiple solar parks across many states, shaping where large parks are established.

Understanding the national-level solar parks programme is useful for questions on energy policy, federal implementation, and state comparisons; it enables evaluation of why large projects appear in particular states and patterns of central funding.

πŸ“š Reading List :
  • Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > Solar Energy Sector > p. 449
  • Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > GLOBAL INFRASTRUCTURE FACILITY > p. 442
πŸ”— Anchor: "Is the largest solar park in India located in Gujarat?"
πŸ“Œ Adjacent topic to master
S1
πŸ‘‰ Western India solar potential (Gujarat vs Rajasthan)
πŸ’‘ The insight

Gujarat and Rajasthan are both highlighted as high-potential western states for solar development, a relevant contrast when locating major parks.

Knowing regional solar potential helps tackle questions on resource endowments, state energy strategies, and infrastructure siting; it supports mapping-type questions and comparative state analysis in the exam.

πŸ“š Reading List :
  • INDIA PEOPLE AND ECONOMY, TEXTBOOK IN GEOGRAPHY FOR CLASS XII (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 5: Mineral and Energy Resources > Solar Energy > p. 61
πŸ”— Anchor: "Is the largest solar park in India located in Gujarat?"
πŸ“Œ Adjacent topic to master
S2
πŸ‘‰ International airports in Kerala
πŸ’‘ The insight

Kerala includes Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram among India's international airports.

High-yield for questions on transport infrastructure and regional connectivity; links to economic development, tourism and state-level logistics planning. Knowing which airports are international helps answer infrastructure, trade and connectivity questions in prelims and mains.

πŸ“š Reading List :
  • Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 12: Transport, Communications and Trade > Air Sewa > p. 31
πŸ”— Anchor: "Does Kerala have an international airport that is fully powered by solar energy?"
πŸ“Œ Adjacent topic to master
S2
πŸ‘‰ Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) technology basics
πŸ’‘ The insight

SPV converts sunlight directly into electricity without moving parts and is the primary technology behind many solar installations.

Essential for energy and environment topics; connects to renewable energy policy, deployment challenges, and technology-related questions in UPSC. Understanding SPV enables analysis of feasibility claims (e.g., fully solar-powered facilities) and comparison with other renewable technologies.

πŸ“š Reading List :
  • Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 8: Energy Resources > Solar Energy > p. 28
  • NCERT. (2022). Contemporary India II: Textbook in Geography for Class X (Revised ed.). NCERT. > Chapter 5: Print Culture and the Modern World > Solar Energy > p. 117
πŸ”— Anchor: "Does Kerala have an international airport that is fully powered by solar energy?"
πŸ“Œ Adjacent topic to master
S2
πŸ‘‰ Regional examples of solar deployment in India
πŸ’‘ The insight

Early and notable solar implementations have occurred in places such as Sagar Island (Sundarbans), Jodhpur, and Coimbatore.

Useful for questions on spatial distribution of renewable projects, rural/remote energy solutions, and state/region-specific initiatives. Helps link geography, resource potential and policy implementation in case studies or mains answers.

πŸ“š Reading List :
  • Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 8: Energy Resources > Solar Energy > p. 28
  • Environment and Ecology, Majid Hussain (Access publishing 3rd ed.) > Chapter 6: Environmental Degradation and Management > i) Solar Energy or Photovoltaic (Pv) Energy > p. 52
πŸ”— Anchor: "Does Kerala have an international airport that is fully powered by solar energy?"
πŸ“Œ Adjacent topic to master
S3
πŸ‘‰ Major utility-scale solar parks and their capacities
πŸ’‘ The insight

Knowledge of large land-based solar parks (their names and capacities) is essential to judge claims about the 'largest' solar projects.

High-yield for UPSC: questions often ask about flagship renewable-energy installations and comparative capacities. Mastering this helps eliminate wrong-location claims and connects to topics on infrastructure, state-level energy initiatives and national targets.

πŸ“š Reading List :
  • Indian Economy, Nitin Singhania .(ed 2nd 2021-22) > Chapter 15: Infrastructure > Solar Energy Sector > p. 449
πŸ”— Anchor: "Is the largest floating solar photovoltaic project in India located in Goa?"
πŸŒ‘ The Hidden Trap

Since CIAL (Kerala) was asked, the next logical target is the 'First 24x7 Solar Powered Village' (Modhera, Gujarat) or the 'First Green Hydrogen Microgrid' (Simhadri, Andhra Pradesh). Also, look out for 'Diu' which became the first UT to run 100% on solar energy during the day.

⚑ Elimination Cheat Code

Use 'Land Economics' logic. The 'Largest Solar Park' requires thousands of acres of contiguous, non-arable land. While Gujarat has the Rann, Rajasthan (Bhadla) is historically the leader due to higher insolation and vast desert tracts. For Statement 3, Goa is a small coastal state with high land/water value for tourism; it is unlikely to host the 'largest' industrial floating project compared to the massive reservoirs of Telangana or MP.

πŸ”— Mains Connection

Link this to GS-3 (Infrastructure & Investment Models). Cochin International Airport (CIAL) is a classic success story of the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model. Use it in Mains answers to argue for the viability of sustainable infrastructure without full state funding.

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SIMILAR QUESTIONS

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Consider the following statements: Among the Indian States 1. Andhra Pradesh has the longest coastline. 2. Gujarat has the highest number of airports. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

IAS Β· 2000 Β· Q64 Relevance score: 2.24

Consider the following statements : I. Maharashtra has the highest acreage under jawar in India. II. Gujarat is the largest producer of groundnut in India. III. Rajasthan has the largest area of cultivable wastelands in India. IV. Andhra Pradesh has the highest per hectare yield of maize in India. Which of these statements are correct ?

NDA-I Β· 2009 Β· Q83 Relevance score: 1.90

Consider the following statements : 1. Lamba in Gujarat is famous for win power- plant. 2. Manikaran in Himachal Pradesh is famous for geothermal energy plant. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

IAS Β· 2002 Β· Q94 Relevance score: 1.67

With reference to Indian transport systems, consider the following statements: 1. Indian railways system is the largest in the world. 2. National Highways cater to 45 per cent of the total road transport demand. 3. Among the states, Kerala has the highest density of surface road. 4. National Highway No. 7 is the longest in the country. Which of these statements are correct?

IAS Β· 2018 Β· Q67 Relevance score: 1.50

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 ?