Renewable energy sources contribute a significant portion of Tamil Nadu’s power generation due to the state’s:

Favorable geographic location
Government policies
Industrial demand
Limited conventional fuel reserves

The correct answer is: a) Favorable geographic location.

Tamil Nadu has a favorable geographic location for renewable energy generation. The state has a long coastline, which makes it ideal for solar and wind power generation. Additionally, the state has a number of rivers, which can be used for hydropower generation.

The other options are incorrect for the following reasons:

  • Option b) Government policies: While the government of Tamil Nadu has implemented a number of policies to promote renewable energy, these policies are not the main reason for the state’s high share of renewable energy generation.
  • Option c) Industrial demand: The industrial demand for electricity in Tamil Nadu is high, but this demand is met primarily by conventional sources of energy, such as coal and natural gas.
  • Option d) Limited conventional fuel reserves: Tamil Nadu does have limited conventional fuel reserves, but this is not the main reason for the state’s high share of renewable energy generation.