GS3 · Topic
Energy
Coal, oil and gas, nuclear, and the transition to renewables: solar, wind, green hydrogen, storage, grid and energy security.
88 UPSC Mains GS3 questions on Energy that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2017–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
Highlight the issue plaguing Indian power sector. What steps are being taken by the government to solve India's power sector crisis?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
InfrastructureEnergy
India aims to achieve 570 GW of solar capacity by 2030, surpassing its global commitments. However, to realise its full potential, India must accelerate solar expansion by addressing the major challenges faced by the solar sector. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyInfrastructure
Evaluate the impact of renewable energy on rural development and employment generation in India. Provide examples of successful renewable energy projects contributing to rural livelihoods.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergyEmployment
India has made notable progress in nuclear energy. Discuss the technological advancements in this domain and evaluate their contribution to India's developmental goals.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
What do you understand by methanol economy? Critically discuss its role in achieving India's energy security and economic prosperity.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
EnergyInfrastructure
What do you understand by Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)? Discuss their applications and how it can revolutionize the energy program of India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyInfrastructure
"Green hydrogen can be the silver bullet in our quest to tackle climate change and pollution". Critically analyse the statement in light of India's National green hydrogen mission.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergyClimate Change
Though often presented as a panacea to the dichotomy between development and ecological conservation, nuclear technology has multitude of other uses. Briefly explaining India's three stage nuclear program, throw light upon various applications and challenges associated with nuclear technology in the country.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyIndigenisation and Defence Technology
Setting up new industrial infrastructure for renewable energy in India is a daunting task. How does the government plan to encourage private sector participation in this emerging sector?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
EnergyInfrastructure
Explain the concept of a Sovereign Green Bond and its significance for India's economy.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Planning and Resource MobilisationEnergy
What are run-off the river hydroelectric projects? How can run off the river hydroelectric projects balance ecological conservation with socio-economic development?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyInfrastructure
Recently, the Budget 2023-24 has provided for increased budget outlay for its Green Hydrogen Mission. Discuss the advantages and challenges associated with its adoption in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergyClimate Change
Green Hydrogen can be the silver bullet in our quest to tackle climate change and pollution" - critically analyze in light of National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyClimate Change
Municipal Solid waste management is one of the major challenges faced today in India. Elaborate upon the reasons that have created such mounting challenges in India. Explain how the conceptualization of waste to energy can bring a ground-breaking change in the scenario?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
PollutionInfrastructure
Discuss how the transition towards renewable energy has the potential to transform the lives of women in India and unlock their potential.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyInclusive Growth
What are the key macroeconomic consequences of rising global crude oil prices for India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper
Macroeconomic IndicatorsTrade and Foreign Investment
Discuss the adverse impacts of rapid increase in municipal solid waste due to expansion of urbanization in India. In what ways, this waste can be converted into a sustainable source of energy in India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
PollutionEnergy
Analyze the structural and practical limitations in reforming the power sector in India. What remedial measures would you suggest in this regard?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergyInfrastructure
State the need for circular economy in India and the challenges associated with it. Also, discuss the measures that are required to build a circular economy in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
PollutionEnergy
Explain the working principle of the pumped storage hydropower system. What are the key advantages it offers compared to other power storage technologies?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
EnergyInfrastructure
Examine the potential of Waste-to-Energy (WtE) technology in addressing India's waste management issues. Discuss the challenges and policy measures needed to scale up WtE projects.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
PollutionEnergy
Do you think Nuclear Energy can play an important role in helping India meet its Net Zero Emission commitment?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
EnergyClimate Change
Evaluate the concept of green growth as a sustainable development strategy for India. Examine the challenges associated with the implementation of green growth initiatives and propose innovative solutions to overcome those challenges.
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper
Inclusive GrowthEnergy
What are the significance of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Gaganyaan mission? Discuss the challenges and benefits associated with Green Hydrogen missions in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
EnergySpace Technology
The recent Cambridge report observed golden opportunity for India to use biowaste like in ethanol blending towards Panchamrit targets. Potential in sustainable green economy. Discuss. 6- In order to ensure reusability and reliability in Satellite launch vehicles, Reusable Launch Vehicle provide best alternative for sustainable technology. Explain.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Space TechnologyEnergy
Recently, scientists announced net energy gain in nuclear fusion reaction, which is considered a major scientific breakthrough for the future of clean energy. What are the advantages of nuclear fusion based power generation? What are the limitations in using it to generate electricity at a commercial scale?
15 marks · 250 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
EnergyEmerging Technologies
How can emerging solar technologies address the twin challenges of resource scarcity and environmental degradation? Illustrate your answer with recent innovations in the field.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
EnergyClimate Change
What do you understand by windfall tax? Do you think they can effectively redistribute wealth and promote greater econ equality? Electricity Amendment Bill 2022 brings several advantages for consumers, DISCOMs as well as environment. Elaborate. Also list out its shortcomings - suggesting way forward.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Fiscal Policy and BudgetingEnergy