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Consider the following statements:

  1. 1.In India, State Governments do not have the power to auction non-coal mines.
  2. 2.Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand do not have gold mines.
  3. 3.Rajasthan has iron ore mines.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. A.1 and 2
  2. B.2 only
  3. C.1 and 3
  4. D.3 only
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: D. 3 only

State governments in India possess the authority to auction non-coal mines. Rajasthan is a significant producer of iron ore, with important deposits in districts like Udaipur, Jaipur, and Jhunjhunu. While gold is found in India, it is not a major mineral resource for either Andhra Pradesh or Jharkhand, with production primarily concentrated in Karnataka.

Source: UPSC gs1 2018

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