Question 1

Which state in India has the largest reserves of iron ore?

Accepted Answer

Odisha (formerly Orissa) has the largest reserves of iron ore in India, accounting for approximately 50% of the country's total iron ore reserves. The state has major deposits in districts like Keonjhar, Sundargarh, and Mayurbhanj.

Question 2

Which of the following countries is the world's largest producer of diamonds by volume?

Accepted Answer

Russia is the world's largest producer of diamonds by volume, accounting for approximately 30% of global diamond production. Major Russian diamond mining regions include Siberia, particularly the Yakutia region. However, by value, Botswana leads in diamond production.

Question 3

The Kolar Gold Fields, one of the deepest gold mines in the world, is located in which Indian state?

Accepted Answer

The Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) are located in the Kolar district of Karnataka. These mines were among the deepest gold mines in the world and have been a significant source of gold production in India historically.

Question 4

Which of the following is the most abundant mineral resource in India by reserve quantity?

Accepted Answer

Coal is the most abundant mineral resource in India by reserve quantity. India has proven coal reserves of approximately 300+ billion tonnes, making it the world's fourth-largest coal reserve holder after Russia, USA, and China.

Question 5

Which state in India is the largest producer of iron ore?

Accepted Answer

Odisha (formerly Orissa) is the largest iron ore producing state in India, accounting for approximately 50% of India's total iron ore production. Major mining areas include Keonjhar, Sundargarh, and Mayurbhanj districts.

Question 6

Which of the following minerals is India the world's largest producer of?

Accepted Answer

India is the world's largest producer of mica. The country produces approximately 60-70% of the world's mica, with major deposits in Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, and Rajasthan. Mica is used in electrical insulation, cosmetics, and paint industries.

Question 7

Which mineral is primarily mined in the Singhbhum district of Jharkhand?

Accepted Answer

Copper is the primary mineral mined in the Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. The Singhbhum Copper Belt is one of the richest copper deposits in the world. The Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) operates major copper mines in this region, particularly around Jadugora and Mosabani.

Question 8

Monazite, a mineral rich in rare earth elements, is primarily found in which Indian state?

Accepted Answer

Monazite is primarily found in Kerala, particularly in the coastal regions and beaches. Kerala's monazite deposits are among the richest in the world. The mineral is also found in Odisha and Tamil Nadu, but Kerala has the most significant deposits and is the primary source in India.

Question 9

Which of the following is the world's largest producer of diamonds by volume?

Accepted Answer

Russia is the world's largest diamond producer by volume, accounting for approximately 28-30% of global production. Major Russian diamond mines are located in Siberia, particularly in the Yakutia region.

Question 10

Bauxite, the primary ore of aluminium, is predominantly mined in which Indian state?

Accepted Answer

Odisha is India's leading bauxite producer, followed by Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. The Panchpatmali plateau in Odisha contains significant bauxite reserves and is a major mining region.

Question 11

The Singhbhum region, known for its rich mineral deposits, is primarily located in which state?

Accepted Answer

Singhbhum in Jharkhand is one of India's most mineral-rich regions, containing significant deposits of copper, iron ore, and other minerals.

Question 12

Bauxite, the primary ore of aluminium, is most abundantly found in which Indian state?

Accepted Answer

Odisha is India's leading bauxite producer, followed by Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh. The state's Kalahandi and Rayagada districts contain major bauxite reserves.

Question 13

Which mineral is primarily mined in the Kolar Gold Fields region?

Accepted Answer

The Kolar Gold Fields in Karnataka are historically significant for gold mining. Though production has declined, the region remains associated with gold extraction in India.

Question 14

Which of the following is the world's largest producer of mica?

Accepted Answer

India is the world's largest producer of mica, with Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, and Rajasthan being the primary producing states. India accounts for approximately 60% of global mica production.

Question 15

Which mineral is primarily mined in the Singhbhum district, known as the 'Copper Bowl of India'?

Accepted Answer

Singhbhum district in Jharkhand is famous for copper mining and is referred to as the 'Copper Bowl of India'. The Copper Belt of Singhbhum contains major copper reserves and is home to the Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) mines.

Question 16

India's largest reserves of mica are found in which state?

Accepted Answer

Andhra Pradesh is India's largest mica-producing state, accounting for over 70% of national mica production. The state has major mica mines in Nellore and Chittoor districts.

Question 17

India's largest mica-producing state is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Andhra Pradesh is India's largest mica-producing state, accounting for approximately 60% of the country's mica production. The state has major mica deposits in the Nellore and Tirupati districts.

Question 18

Which mineral is primarily extracted from the Kolar Gold Fields, historically one of India's most important mining regions?

Accepted Answer

The Kolar Gold Fields in Karnataka were historically India's primary source of gold. Though mining operations have ceased, the region remains significant in India's mining history and geological studies.

Question 19

The Kudremukh Iron Ore Mine in Karnataka, once Asia's largest open-pit iron ore mine, was closed in 2005. In which district is it located, and what was the primary reason for its closure?

Accepted Answer

Kudremukh Iron Ore Mine is located in Chikmagalur district of Karnataka. It was closed in 2005 primarily due to environmental concerns, including severe water pollution and degradation of the Western Ghats ecosystem. The mine was also economically unviable due to declining ore grades and high operational costs.

Question 20

India's largest reserves of rare earth elements (REEs) are found in which state, specifically in the Maramdelhi and Pakhandipalayam areas, though commercial extraction remains limited?

Accepted Answer

Andhra Pradesh holds India's largest rare earth element reserves, primarily in the Maramdelhi and Pakhandipalayam areas of the Nellore district. These deposits are associated with monazite sands. Despite substantial reserves, India's REE production remains limited, and the country imports significant quantities for industrial use.

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