Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Mineral and Energy resources

Question:

Over 97 per cent of coal reserves occur in certain areas in India. Which of the following area is not covered in these areas?

Options:

Valley of Damodar and Son

Valley of Mahanadi

Valley of Godavari

Valley of Krishna

Correct Answer:

Valley of Krishna

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4: Valley of Krishna

NCERT: "Most of the metallic minerals in India occur in the peninsular plateau region in the old crystalline rocks. Over 97 per cent of coal reserves occur in the valleys of Damodar, Sone, Mahanadi and Godavari."