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There is a high potential for generation of renewable energy from various sources like wind, solar, biomass, small hydro and cogeneration bagasse in India. The total potential for renewable power generation in the country as on 31.03 .2022 is estimated at 14,90,727 MW. This includes solar power potential of 7,48,990 MW(50.24%), wind power potential of 6,95,509 MW(46.66%) at 120 m hub height, SHP (Small-hydro power) potential of 21,134 MW (1.42%), Biomass power of 17,538 MW (1.18%), 5,000 MW (0.34%) from bagassebased cogeneration in sugar mills and 2,556 MW(0.17%) from waste to energy The geographic distribution of the estimated potential of renewable power as on 31.03.2022 shows that Rajasthan has the highest share of about 18.2% ( 271219 MW) This is followed by Gujrat with 12.1% (share 180215 MW). Maharashtra and Karnataka come next with a 11.2% and 10.3% share (166743 MW and 154162 MW respectively). These four (4) states are having more than 50% of the total potential of Renewable Power in India.

 

Which state has the highest share of geographic distribution of renewable power as per the data on 31st March 22?

1
Gujarat
2
Rajasthan
3
Maharashtra
4
Karnataka

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