Question 1

1. What are the major mineral belts of India?

Accepted Answer

India has three major mineral belts: the North-Eastern Plateau (Chotanagpur Plateau), the South-Western Belt (Karnataka-Goa region), and the North-Western Belt (Rajasthan).

Question 2

2. Where can I get the latest mineral map of India 2025 PDF?

Accepted Answer

You can download the updated Mineral Map of India 2025 from official sources like the Geological Survey of India (https://www.gsi.gov.in) or the Indian Bureau of Mines (https://ibm.gov.in).

Question 3

3. Why is Jharkhand called the 'Ruhr of India'?

Accepted Answer

Jharkhand is rich in minerals like coal, iron ore, mica, and uranium, and supports heavy industries, making it comparable to the Ruhr industrial region of Germany.

Question 4

4. What are critical and rare earth minerals, and why are they important?

Accepted Answer

These are minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements used in EVs, semiconductors, and renewable energy. India is focusing on exploring these for future tech development.

Question 5

5. Which states lead in coal production in India?

Accepted Answer

Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and West Bengal are the top coal-producing states in India.