Consider the following statements : 1. In India, State Governments do not have the power to auction non-coal mines. 2. Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand do not have gold mines. 3. Rajasthan has iron ore mines. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
A
1 and 2
B
2 only
C
1 and 3
D
3 only
Correct Answer
Explanation
Statement 3 is correct because Rajasthan possesses significant iron ore deposits in regions such as Morija-Banol and Neemla-Raisalo. Statement 1 is a common misconception but is incorrect because the MMDR Amendment Act, 2015, specifically empowered State Governments to auction non-coal mines to increase transparency in the mining sector. The core concept tested is the geographical distribution of metallic minerals and the legislative framework governing India's federal mining rights.
Indian GeographyMineral Resources and Mining PolicyState Governmentsnon-coal minesauctionAndhra PradeshJharkhandgold minesRajasthaniron ore mines