Major Minerals — Set 1
Geography · प्रमुख खनिज · Questions 1–10 of 60
Which state is the leading producer of Iron Ore in India according to recent standard geological data?
Correct Answer: A. Odisha
Odisha is the largest producer of iron ore in India, contributing over half of the total production. The state possesses high-grade hematite deposits in districts like Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj. Iron ore is a vital raw material for the indigenous iron and steel industry.
Khetri in Rajasthan is famous for the mining of which mineral?
Correct Answer: A. Copper
Khetri is renowned for its copper mines and is a significant hub for copper production in India. The region has a long history of mining dating back to ancient times. Copper is highly valued for its excellent electrical conductivity and ductility.
Which mineral is primarily extracted from the Kolar and Hutti regions of Karnataka?
Correct Answer: C. Gold
The Kolar and Hutti regions are famous for gold mining in India. While Kolar Gold Fields are largely closed now, Hutti remains an active gold producing site. Gold occurs mostly in quartz veins within metamorphic rocks.
Panna in Madhya Pradesh is the only place in India famous for which precious mineral?
Correct Answer: C. Diamond
Panna is the only diamond-producing region in India. The diamond deposits are found in volcanic pipes and conglomerate layers. This site is managed primarily by the National Mineral Development Corporation.
Which variety of coal is considered the highest quality due to its high carbon content?
Correct Answer: A. Anthracite
Anthracite is the best quality coal containing over 80 percent carbon. It burns slowly with a blue flame and leaves very little ash. In India, it is found in limited quantities, mainly in Jammu and Kashmir.
Which mineral is known as 'Black Diamond'?
Correct Answer: C. Coal
Coal is often called 'Black Diamond' due to its immense economic value as a primary energy source. It is the most abundantly found fossil fuel in India. Coal provides the bulk of the nation's commercial energy requirements.
The Jaduguda mines in Jharkhand are primarily famous for the mining of?
Correct Answer: C. Uranium
Jaduguda was the first uranium mine to be operated in India. It is a critical site for the country's nuclear energy program. The Uranium Corporation of India handles the extraction and processing here.
Which mineral is used as a basic raw material in the manufacturing of Aluminum?
Correct Answer: C. Bauxite
Bauxite is the ore from which aluminum is extracted through a chemical process. It is formed by the decomposition of rocks rich in aluminum silicates. Aluminum is preferred for its lightweight nature and resistance to corrosion.
Zawar mines in Udaipur, Rajasthan are major producers of which mineral?
Correct Answer: A. Zinc
Zawar is one of the oldest zinc and lead mining sites in the world. The mines provide the necessary raw materials for the production of galvanized steel. Zinc is also used extensively in making various alloys like brass.
Which Indian state is the largest producer of Manganese?
Correct Answer: D. Odisha
Odisha is the leading producer of manganese in India, accounting for a significant share of the output. Manganese is an essential ingredient for manufacturing steel and ferromanganese alloys. It is also used in the dry cell battery industry.