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Which of the following rock systems in India is famously known as the storehouse of economic minerals and hosts the major coal deposits of the country?

A. Dharwar system
B. Gondwana system✓ Correct Answer
C. Vindhyan system
D. Cuddapah system

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Gondwana rock system formed millions of years ago and holds approximately 98 percent of India's coal reserves, making it the bedrock of the nation's energy supply. In contrast, the Dharwar system is rich in metallic minerals like iron ore and gold, while the Vindhyan system is known for building stones.

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