Q. Consider the following statements with respect to copper mineral in India:
1. India is critically deficient in the reserve and production of copper.
2. The Balaghat mines in Maharashtra produce more than 50% per cent of India’s copper.
3. The Khetri mines in Rajasthan are also famous for copper ores.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: India is critically deficient in the reserve and production of copper. Being malleable, ductile and a good conductor, copper is mainly used in electrical cables, electronics and chemical industries.
The Balaghat mines in Madhya Pradesh produce 52 per cent of India’s copper. The Singbhum district of Jharkhand is also a leading producer of copper. The Khetri mines in Rajasthan are also famous.
Source: NCERT
