Economy ยท GS3
Expert Committee report on energy statistics
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MoSPI released an expert report proposing a more harmonised energy-statistics system for India's energy transition.
Summary
The report identified gaps in biofuels, captive power, and electricity use by electric vehicles. Better balances separate capacity, generation, transformation, and consumption.
PYQ pattern
UPSC often tests the static concept behind this development and its implementation limits. Use the official UPSC question-paper archive.
Core notes
- Energy balances track supply, transformation, losses, and final use.
- The committee sought harmonised definitions across energy ministries.
- Captive generation and emerging uses can be difficult to measure.
Prelims lens
- MoSPI publishes Energy Statistics India.
- Installed capacity and annual generation are different indicators.
- Read the announcement separately from measured outcomes.
MCQ 1
Consider the following statements:
- MoSPI publishes Energy Statistics India.
- Installed power capacity is identical to electricity generated during a year.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A. 1 only
- B. 2 only
- C. Both 1 and 2
- D. Neither 1 nor 2
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A
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 makes a claim that the source or static concept does not support.
MCQ 2
An energy balance shows:
- A. Supply, transformation, and final use
- B. Only tariffs
- C. Only coal reserves
- D. Only imports
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A
Supply, transformation, and final use is the correct relationship in this context.
Mains
Question, 10 marks, 150 words: Why does India's energy transition require a harmonised statistical system?
Approach:
- Define the institution, mechanism, or indicator.
- Explain its current significance.
- Examine implementation limits and trade-offs.
- Suggest specific institutional or policy measures.