A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer: (a) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because non-fossil power encompasses renewable sources as well as nuclear energy. Statement 2 is incorrect because the target under updated NDCs is to achieve 50% non-fossil capacity by 2030, not 2025.
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