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Detailed explanation-1: -The World Bank has ranked Andhra Pradesh as the best state in the country in implementation of energy efficiency and conservation programmes. The World Bank has ranked Andhra Pradesh as the best state in the country in implementation of energy efficiency and conservation programmes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Karnataka has topped the State Energy Efficiency Index 2020 (SEEI), scoring 70 points out of 100 on the back of several initiatives to improve energy efficiency in the state.

Detailed explanation-3: -Uttar Pradesh ranks 13th in the State Energy and Climate Index, while the score is 41.0.

Detailed explanation-4: -With an overall score of 42.01, AP has emerged on top followed by Rajasthan with 41.89, Karnataka 39.34 and Maharashtra 39.29 in Energy Efficiency Readiness, a release from the State Energy Conservation Mission said.