UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz (September 27 – October 03): 10 key questions with detailed answers for Prelims 2027

This UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz for Prelims 2027 focuses on key questions with detailed answers related to recent developments in the energy sector. The first question examines the role of energy storage systems and India's projected targets for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) by 2030. Statement 1 is incorrect as energy storage systems convert electricity from renewable sources into other forms like chemical, mechanical, or thermal energy, rather than storing electricity directly.

Statement 2 is correct, with India aiming to deploy 208 GWh of BESS by 2030 to facilitate the integration of renewable energy into the national grid. This question highlights the growing importance of energy storage in India's power sector and its alignment with renewable-energy targets.

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