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Understanding the Distribution of Mineral Resources Across India

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Which state in India is known as the "Coal Bowl of India" due to its abundant coal reserves?

  1. Jharkhand

  2. West Bengal

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Orissa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jharkhand is home to some of the largest coal reserves in India and is thus known as the "Coal Bowl of India".

Which mineral is primarily used in the production of steel and is found in large quantities in the state of Odisha?

  1. Iron Ore

  2. Copper

  3. Bauxite

  4. Manganese


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Odisha possesses significant reserves of iron ore, which is a key raw material for steel production.

The state of Rajasthan is renowned for its reserves of which mineral, which is commonly used in the construction industry?

  1. Limestone

  2. Granite

  3. Sandstone

  4. Marble


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan is known for its extensive limestone deposits, which are widely used in the construction sector.

Which state in India is the primary producer of bauxite, the ore from which aluminum is extracted?

  1. Andhra Pradesh

  2. Karnataka

  3. Odisha

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Odisha is the leading producer of bauxite in India, accounting for a significant portion of the country's aluminum production.

The state of Chhattisgarh is known for its rich deposits of which mineral, commonly used in the production of cement?

  1. Limestone

  2. Dolomite

  3. Gypsum

  4. Bauxite


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhattisgarh possesses substantial limestone reserves, which are essential for cement production.

Which state in India is the major producer of copper, a metal widely used in electrical applications?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Jharkhand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan is the primary producer of copper in India, contributing significantly to the country's copper production.

The state of Karnataka is known for its reserves of which mineral, commonly used in the production of fertilizers?

  1. Phosphate

  2. Potash

  3. Gypsum

  4. Sulfur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karnataka possesses significant phosphate reserves, which are crucial for the production of fertilizers.

Which state in India is the leading producer of manganese, a mineral essential in the manufacturing of steel?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Odisha

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Odisha is the primary producer of manganese in India, supplying a substantial portion of the country's manganese requirements.

The state of Andhra Pradesh is known for its reserves of which mineral, commonly used in the production of glass and ceramics?

  1. Quartz

  2. Feldspar

  3. Limestone

  4. Dolomite


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Andhra Pradesh possesses significant quartz reserves, which are essential for the production of glass and ceramics.

Which state in India is the major producer of gold, a precious metal highly valued in jewelry and investments?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Madhya Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karnataka is the leading producer of gold in India, accounting for a large share of the country's gold production.

The state of Madhya Pradesh is known for its reserves of which mineral, commonly used in the production of cement and construction materials?

  1. Limestone

  2. Dolomite

  3. Gypsum

  4. Bauxite


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madhya Pradesh possesses substantial limestone reserves, which are essential for cement production and construction purposes.

Which state in India is the leading producer of zinc, a metal widely used in galvanization and alloy production?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan is the primary producer of zinc in India, contributing significantly to the country's zinc production.

The state of Tamil Nadu is known for its reserves of which mineral, commonly used in the production of glass and ceramics?

  1. Quartz

  2. Feldspar

  3. Limestone

  4. Dolomite


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tamil Nadu possesses significant feldspar reserves, which are essential for the production of glass and ceramics.

Which state in India is the major producer of lead, a metal widely used in batteries and ammunition?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Gujarat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajasthan is the primary producer of lead in India, accounting for a large share of the country's lead production.

The state of Maharashtra is known for its reserves of which mineral, commonly used in the production of cement and construction materials?

  1. Limestone

  2. Dolomite

  3. Gypsum

  4. Bauxite


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra possesses substantial limestone reserves, which are essential for cement production and construction purposes.

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