Shaft method is used in which type of mining ? |
Open-cast mining Surface mining Underground mining Both 1 and 3 |
Underground mining |
The correct answer is Option 3: Underground mining When the ore lies deep below the surface, underground mining is carried out using shaft method. Option 1: Open-cast mining / Option 2: Surface mining: Both are same. These are used when minerals are found near the surface, so shafts are not required. |