(N/A) The basic cause for winds to blow is the uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the Sun's energy.
Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu is a prominent part of India where wind energy is commercially harnessed.
Comparison:
$(i)$ Both wind power and flowing water power are renewable and pollution-free sources of energy.
$(ii)$ Both involve the conversion of kinetic energy into mechanical energy (e.g.,rotating turbines) and subsequently into electrical energy.
$(iii)$ The power of flowing water is generally more consistent and concentrated compared to wind power,making it more efficient for large-scale electricity generation.
Hindrances in development:
$(i)$ Wind energy: It is intermittent and not available everywhere. Wind farms require specific locations with high wind speeds for most of the year.
$(ii)$ Water energy: The construction of large dams causes significant ecological damage,displaces populations,and is limited to specific geographical locations with perennial rivers.