With reference to technology for solar power production, consider the following statements:Photovolt

Question

With reference to technology for solar power production, consider the following statements:Photovoltaics is a technology that generates electricity by direct conversion of light into electricity, while Solar Thermal is a technology that utilizes the Sun's rays to generate heat which is further used in the electricity generation process.Photovoltaics generates Alternating Current (AC), while Solar Thermal generates Direct Current (DC).India has a manufacturing base for Solar Thermal technology, but not for photovoltaics.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Photovoltaic technique produces Direct Current (DC) and India has a manufacturing base for photovoltaics.