Answer: Japan
Notes: India has become the world’s third-largest solar power producer, surpassing Japan, as per International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). India generated 1,08,494 GWh of solar energy, while Japan produced 96,459 GWh. China is the world’s largest solar power producer, generating the highest amount of solar electricity annually. United States holds the second position with large-scale solar farms and widespread adoption of rooftop systems. As of July 2025, India’s total solar capacity is 119.02 GW, with 90.99 GW from ground-mounted plants, 19.88 GW from rooftop systems, 3.06 GW from hybrid projects, and 5.09 GW from off-grid installations.
