Consider the following statements regarding electrical interconnection initiatives:1.Extra High Voltage (EHV) transmission systems operate at voltages exceeding 230 kV to optimize long-distance electricity transfer.2.The One Sun One World One Grid (OSOWOG) initiative is led by Saudi Arabia to interconnect global renewable energy grids.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Daily PIB quiz · 20 October 2026
Prelims-style MCQs from the 20 October 2026 daily PIB summary. Choose an option to see if you are right — two questions on each topic.
Which of the following best describes the term 'EHV Transmission' in power systems?
Consider the following statements regarding energy storage and Pumped Storage Hydropower (PSP) in India:1.Pumped storage systems function as net consumers of electricity overall due to pumping friction losses but provide high-value peak power.2.The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) projects total storage capacity requirements of 73.93 GW by 2031–32.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
What is the primary role of Pumped Storage Hydropower (PSP) in modern power grids?
Consider the following statements regarding Exercise AUSTRAHIND:1.Exercise AUSTRAHIND is an annual bilateral army exercise held alternately in India and Australia.2.New Zealand participated as a permanent member of the organizing committee for the first time in the 2026 edition.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
The 5th edition of Exercise AUSTRAHIND 2026 commenced at which of the following locations?