Which of the following statement (s) regarding India's coal reserves is/are true ?
I. Over 90% of total reserves are located in the valleys of Son, Damodar, Mahanadi and Godavari
II. Indian coal reserves are characterised by low ash content and high calorific value
III. India has limited prime coking reserves
A. I only
B. I and III
C. II and III
D. I, II and III
Answer: Option D
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The statements regarding India's coal reserves that are true are over 90% of total reserves are located in the valleys of Son, Damodar, Mahanadi and Godavari, Indian coal reserves are characterised by low ash content and high calorific value and India has limited prime coking reserves.Join The Discussion
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