Correct option is C
The correct answer is (C) 2030
Explanation:
• The National Green Hydrogen Mission was approved by the Union Cabinet in January 2023.
• The mission aims to develop a green hydrogen production capacity of at least 5 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) per annum in India by the year 2030.
Information Booster:
• This target will be accompanied by an associated renewable energy capacity addition of about 125 GW in the country.
• It aims to reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels and support India's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.
Additional Knowledge:
• Green hydrogen is produced using renewable energy through the electrolysis of water, leaving zero carbon footprint.