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Q. Which of the following sources has the largest share in power generation in India?
Answer: Thermal power
Notes: As per the Union Ministry of Power, thermal power (coal, gas and oil) accounts for 68.2% of power generated in India (as of 31.01.2017). India’s electricity sector consumes about 72% of the coal produced in the country. Hydro power has share of 14.0%, while nuclear power contributes just 1.8% of total installed capacity. The total generation from all renewable energy sources is nearly 15% of the total electricity generation (utility and captive) in India.
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