Explain the working principle of fuel cells. Discuss the major barriers to their large-scale adoption in India. (
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Fuel Cells
Topic: Fuel Cells
Q6. Explain the working principle of fuel cells. Discuss the major barriers to their large-scale adoption in India. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Easy
Reference: InsightsIAS
Why the question Fuel cells have emerged as a strategic clean-energy technology in the context of India’s net-zero 2070 commitment and the National Green Hydrogen Mission (2023). Key Demand of the question The question requires explaining the working principle of fuel cells as a non-combustion energy system and analysing the major constraints preventing their large-scale adoption in India. Structure of the Answer: Introduction Briefly introduce fuel cells as an efficient, low-emission energy technology aligned with India’s clean energy transition and hydrogen policy push. Body Briefly indicate how fuel cells generate electricity through electrochemical reactions between hydrogen and oxygen. Highlight the key barriers in India such as high costs, infrastructure gaps, technology dependence and regulatory limitations. Conclusion Conclude by emphasising that targeted policy support, infrastructure creation and cost reduction under national hydrogen initiatives are essential for scaling fuel cells.
Why the question Fuel cells have emerged as a strategic clean-energy technology in the context of India’s net-zero 2070 commitment and the National Green Hydrogen Mission (2023).
Key Demand of the question The question requires explaining the working principle of fuel cells as a non-combustion energy system and analysing the major constraints preventing their large-scale adoption in India.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction Briefly introduce fuel cells as an efficient, low-emission energy technology aligned with India’s clean energy transition and hydrogen policy push.
• Briefly indicate how fuel cells generate electricity through electrochemical reactions between hydrogen and oxygen.
• Highlight the key barriers in India such as high costs, infrastructure gaps, technology dependence and regulatory limitations.
Conclusion Conclude by emphasising that targeted policy support, infrastructure creation and cost reduction under national hydrogen initiatives are essential for scaling fuel cells.