Geography • Indian GeographyEasy
The 'Koderma' and 'Hazaribagh' districts of Jharkhand are historically famous worldwide for the large-scale extraction and export of which mineral?
A. Iron Ore
B. Mica✓ Correct Answer
C. Bauxite
D. Copper
💡 Solution & Explanation
Koderma and Hazaribagh districts in Jharkhand historically formed the heart of India's mica belt, supplying high-quality ruby mica to global markets. Iron ore and bauxite are mined extensively in separate mineral belts across the Chota Nagpur plateau.
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