Active filter are performing good than the passive filter. The value of THD is less while using active filter compared to passive filter. But using active filter will increase the cost of filter system and also active filters draws power from system for its operation. Please refer the paper which I have attached below.
In this context with respect to Indian scenario, passive filter seems to be an liable option with respect to cost primarily...The THD values are well maintained with in the prescribed limits (i.e