Which sector contributes maximum to the India's total electricity production.

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Thermal.

Key Points

The thermal power sector contributes the maximum to India's total electricity production.
Thermal power plants use coal, natural gas, and oil as fuel to generate electricity.
According to the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), as of January 2022, the installed capacity of thermal power plants in India is 234,396 MW, which accounts for approximately 62% of the total installed capacity of all power generation sources in India.

Important Points

Nuclear: Nuclear power accounts for only around 2.8% of India's total installed capacity as of January 2022.
Renewable: Renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power contribute a significant portion to India's total electricity production. However, their combined share is less than that of thermal power.
Hydro: Hydroelectric power accounts for approximately 13% of India's total installed capacity as of January 2022.