INDIAN GEOGRAPHY

MINERAL AND ENERGY RESOURCES IN INDIA

MINERALS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Mayurbhanj in Orissa is important for which of the following minerals?
A
Iron ore
B
Bauxite
C
Manganese
D
Mica
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Major reserves/resources of haematite are located in Odisha (7, 559 million tonnes or 34%), Jharkhand (5, 286 million tonnes or 23%), Chhattisgarh (4, 858 million tonnes or 22%), Karnataka (2, 467 million tonnes or 11%) and Goa (1, 189 million tonnes or 5%).

Detailed explanation-2: -Mayurbhanj District unfolds an enormous panorama of natureā€˜s beauty. In the midst of the surroundings evolved a beautiful yet virile dance form, known as the famous Chhau dance. This dance form has gained worldwide fame and recognition. It is noted for its beauty, vigour and marvel of the art.

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