Skoch awards

Question 1

Which ministry has recently been conferred Skoch awards for National significance ?

Answer 1

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

Question 2

Why was this award conferred to MNRE ?

Answer 2

Critical role in installing 73GW renewable energy capacity in the country

Question 3

What is India’s ranking in Wind energy capacity and in Solar and Total energy capacity ?

Answer 3

Wind energy – 4th place

Solar and Total energy – 5th place

Question 4

What is Skoch group ?

Answer 4

It is a think tank dealing with socio economic issues with a focus on inclusive growth since 1997

Question 5

Whom does Skoch awards honour ?

Answer 5

India’s highest independent civilians in the field of Governance , Finance , technology , economics and social sector

Question 6

Who can nominate for Skoch awards ?

Answer 6

Central Govt , State Govt , Local body , Municipality , City/District Administration , State owned enterprises