In power sector statistics, “non-fossil” generally includes all electricity sources that do not burn fossil fuels. For India, this category typically comprises solar, wind, hydro (both large and small), nuclear and other renewables like biomass and small waste-to-energy projects. Counting all of these together, recent data show that non-fossil capacity has crossed the 50% share mark. This classification is important for tracking progress towards climate and energy targets.
Option A:
This option is incorrect because hydro and nuclear are also non-fossil and are routinely included in official statistics. Limiting the category to only solar and wind understates the share.
Option B:
This option correctly identifies the typical composition of non-fossil capacity in Indian power statistics. It reflects how multiple clean or low-carbon technologies contribute to the overall share.
Option C:
This option is wrong because nuclear alone represents only a small part of India’s capacity. Non-fossil shares rely heavily on renewables as well.
Option D:
Coal, even with carbon capture, is still a fossil fuel and is not classified as non-fossil. Including it would contradict standard reporting practices and climate accounting.
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