Which of the following statements regarding the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework in the renewable energy sector is/are correct?
1. The mandatory requirement for domestic prototype testing of wind turbine components has been permanently abolished to attract foreign investment.
2. The ALMM framework serves as both a quality assurance mechanism and a non-tariff barrier to promote domestic manufacturing.

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Accepted Answer

B) 2 only — Statement 1 is incorrect because the domestic prototype testing requirement has not been abolished; it has been deferred until December 2027 to ease immediate compliance and allow time to build local testing infrastructure. Statement 2 is correct as ALMM ensures equipment quality while encouraging 'Make in India' by acting as a non-tariff measure.

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