Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Bauxite deposits in India are commonly located in plateau and hill regions.
2.The major copper-producing states in India include Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Bauxite in India is found mainly in tertiary deposits, associated with laterite rocks, and occurs extensively in plateau and hill ranges, especially in Odisha, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, etc.
  • Major copper-producing areas are in Singhbhum (Jharkhand), Balaghat (Madhya Pradesh), and Jhunjhunu & Alwar (Rajasthan).

Source: Class 12 NCERT India People And Economy

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