Match List-I (Minerals) with List-II (Location) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists: List-I (Minerals) List-II (Location) A. Coal 1. Giridih B. Copper 2. Jayamkondam C. Manganese 3. Alwar D. Lignite 4. Dharwar
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- A1 4 3 2
- B2 3 4 1
- C1 3 4 2Correct
- D2 4 3 1
Explanation
The correct matching is:
A. Coal matches with Giridih (1): Giridih is a well known coal mining center located in the state of Jharkhand.
B. Copper matches with Alwar (3): The Kho Dariba region in the Alwar district of Rajasthan is famous for copper deposits.
C. Manganese matches with Dharwar (4): The Dharwar rock system in Karnataka is a major source of manganese ore in India.
D. Lignite matches with Jayamkondam (2): Jayamkondam in Tamil Nadu is known for its significant lignite reserves, similar to the nearby Neyveli mines.
The sequence 1-3-4-2 corresponds to Option C.
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