Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country
Q6. What makes agricultural biomass an important component of India’s renewable energy strategy? Explain the measures required to unlock its full potential. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: DTE
Why the question
Agricultural biomass has gained renewed policy importance due to India’s clean energy transition, recent CEA–ASCI (2026) biomass assessment, and growing emphasis on bioenergy under renewable energy and climate commitments.
Key Demand of the question
The question requires explaining why agricultural biomass is strategically important for India’s renewable energy transition. It also requires suggesting the broad measures needed to realise its full energy potential.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Introduce agricultural biomass as a renewable energy resource that links energy security, rural development and environmental sustainability.
Body
- Importance of agricultural biomass: Mention its significance in India’s renewable energy strategy.
- Measures to unlock potential: Suggest the broad policy, technological and institutional interventions required.
Conclusion
Conclude by highlighting that efficient utilisation of agricultural biomass can strengthen India’s transition towards a low-carbon, circular and energy-secure economy.
