Q. With reference to Rare Earth Elements (REEs) in India, consider the following statements:
1.India has the third largest reserves of REEs in the world but contributes less than 1% to global REE mining.
2.Monazite sands, which contain thorium, are the primary source of REEs in India.
3.Indian Rare Earths Limited (IREL) is the only entity processing monazite to produce RE compounds in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: India indeed has the third largest REE reserves but contributes very little to global mining (less than 1%).
- Statement 2 is correct: Most of India’s REEs are found in monazite sands along coastal states, which also contain thorium.
- Statement 3 is correct: IREL, a Mini Ratna company, is the only entity processing monazite for REE production in India.
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