Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Most of India’s metallic minerals are found in the Peninsular Plateau region composed of old crystalline rocks.
2.The North-Western Region of India is predominantly rich in coal.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- Most metallic minerals occur in the Peninsular Plateau, which consists of old crystalline rocks—particularly in regions like Chhotanagpur, Odisha Plateau, and Karnataka.
- The North-Western Region (Rajasthan and part of Gujarat) is not rich in coal and petroleum. Instead, it is known for building stones (sandstone, granite, marble), gypsum, fuller’s earth, dolomite, and limestone.
Source: Class 12 NCERT India People And Economy
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