Q. With reference to the distribution of copper and aluminium (bauxite) resources in India and the world, consider the following statements:
1.Odisha has the largest bauxite reserves in India and is also the leading producer of bauxite in the country.
2.Madhya Pradesh has the largest copper reserves in India.
3.Chile has the largest share of copper reserves in the world.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Statement 1 is correct: Odisha accounts for about 41% of India’s bauxite reserves and contributes around 73% of its bauxite production.
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: Rajasthan has the largest copper reserves in India (around 52.25%), while Madhya Pradesh is the leading producer but does not have the largest reserves.
  • Statement 3 is correct: Chile holds the largest share of copper reserves globally (about 19%), followed by Peru and Australia.

Source- TH

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