Question

In which state was the Solar Energy Park, Shakti Sthala inaugurated in March 2018?
1. Karnataka
2. Odisha
3. Assam
4. Chhattisgarh

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Karnataka

The correct answer is ​Karnataka.In March 2018, the solar energy park, Shakti Sthala has been inaugurated in Karnataka.

• Shakti Sthala is the world’s largest solar park.
• The solar park has a capacity of 2000 MW.
• Rs16500 crore is invested for setting up this park.
• The park is set up at Pavagada, in the Tumaguru district of Karnataka.
• This is a drone-prone region.
• The solar energy park is situated 180 km from Bengaluru.
• Shakti Sthala is the first phase of the rupees 16,500 crore park.
• Around 13000 acres of land are used in setting up the park.
• To decrease the dependence on traditional power sources and use environment-friendly ones to meet the power needs of the people is the aim of setting up this park.

• About Karnataka:
  • Formation - 1 November 1956
  • Governor - Vajubhai Vala
  • Chief Minister - Basavaraj Bommai (BJP)