India’s Updated Climate Targets Context: India has pledged that by 2035, 60% of its installed electric capacity will comprise non-fossil sources. Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) are climate action targets submitted under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. They are part of commitments under the Paris Agreement to reduce global warming. India’s New 2035 Climate Targets 60% of installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources. 47% reduction in emissions intensity of GDP (from 2005 levels). Increase carbon sink to 3.5-4 billion tonnes of CO₂ equivalent. Current 2030 Targets 50% installed power capacity from non-fossil sources. 44% reduction in emissions intensity. Carbon sink target: To increase its carbon sink to 2.5 billion tonnes - 3 billion tonnes. India’s Climate Progress Around 52% installed capacity already from non-fossil sources (target achieved early). However around 25% of actual electricity generation is non-fossil. Carbon sink: 1.97 billion tonnes CO₂ equivalent created (2005–2019). Forest & tree cover: 24.6% (2021), up from 21% in 2005 (still below 33% goal). Emissions intensity reduced by 36% (2005–2020). Conference of Parties (CoP) Conference of Parties is a body of nations that convenes annually to discuss climate issues and transition their economies away from fossil fuel. India and Argentina were the only two G-20 countries that had not announced a 2035 NDC as of December 31, 2025. A total of 128 parties, representing about 78% of global greenhouse gas emissions, had submitted new NDCs by that date. Current Facts Theruvukkalam Theruvukkalam is an integrated mobile application that provides information regarding Tamil Nadu government competitive examinations including those conducted by the TNPSC, TRB, TNUSRB, and MRB—all in one place. It provides real-time updates on exam notifications, syllabi, and preparation guidelines. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Context: By referring to Article 51A (g), courts have highlighted that the…
