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State with highest installed electricity generation in India is _______________.


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Maharashtra
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Gujarat
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Tamilnadu
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Telangana
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Solution

The correct option is A Maharashtra
India is the world’s fifth largest power producing country. The power generation capacity is known as installed capacity. This capacity is usually higher than the actual generation, since not all energy sources provide maximum output throughout the year. The major source of power in India is Thermal power, i.e. from burning coal or oil, followed by hydro power. The state of Maharashtra is at the top position in installed electricity generation capacity in India. Maharashtra has highest installed electricity generation in India.

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