The crude petroleum occurs in sedimentary rocks of the _____.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Tertiary period
Note: A similar question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2026 on 21-05-2026 (Slot 2).
NCERT (2026-27): “Crude petroleum occurs in sedimentary rocks of the tertiary period. Oil exploration and production was systematically taken up after the Oil and Natural Gas Commission was set up in 1956.” |