Indian minerals: Identify the two Indian states most richly endowed with iron ore deposits. Focus on high-grade hematite reserves and major mining belts. Choose the correct pair.
General Knowledge
Indian Geography
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AOdisha and Jharkhand
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BKarnataka and Maharashtra
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CChhattisgarh and Telangana
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DRajasthan and Gujarat
Answer
Correct Answer: Odisha and Jharkhand
Explanation
Facts
- Odisha–Jharkhand belt (Keonjhar–Mayurbhanj–Sundargarh and Singhbhum) hosts large, high-grade hematite deposits.
- Other states have notable iron ore, but Odisha and Jharkhand together form India's richest belt.
Final AnswerOdisha and Jharkhand.