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Which Indian state is the leading producer of mica, hosting large deposits in the Hazaribagh, Koderma, and Giridih belts?
A. Odisha
B. Jharkhand✓ Correct Answer
C. Karnataka
D. Rajasthan
💡 Solution & Explanation
Jharkhand holds vast reserves of high-grade mica, particularly within the famous Koderma, Hazaribagh, and Giridih belts, historically supplying a major share of the global demand. Mica is valued in the electrical and electronics industries for its exceptional insulating properties and resistance to high temperatures.
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