state gov Kerala PSC Degree (Common Preliminary Examination) Mock Test Series 2025 General Knowledge Indian Geography Indian Economic and Human Geography
With reference to technologies for solar power production, consider the following statements:
1. 'Photovoltaics' is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while 'Solar Thermal' is a technology that utilizes the Sun's rays to generate heat which is further used in the electricity generation process.
2. Photovoltaics generates Alternating Current (AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current (DC).
3. India has a manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for Photovoltaics.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1
1 only
2
2 and 3 only
3
1, 2 and 3
4
None