Among the following countries, which one mines the most gold?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Canada
Of the four countries, Canada mines the most gold: about 220 tonnes in 2022, from mines in Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia. The U.S.A. (about 170 tonnes, mainly Nevada) and South Africa (about 100 tonnes) come after it, and India mines only one to two tonnes a year, mostly from the Hutti mine in Karnataka. The world’s largest producer is China, followed by Australia and Russia.