Most of the wind energy potential is present in 8 windy states. Which of the following are the windy states?

1) Telangana

2) Rajasthan

3) Tamil Nadu

a. 2, 3

b. 1, 3

c. 1, 2

d. All of the above

ANSWER: All of the above

Explanation:

The Wind power potential in the country is assessed by the National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE) at 100 meter above ground level, which is estimated to be over 302 GW.

Most of this potential exists in 8 windy states namely Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu and Telangana.