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SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 30

SSC CHSL - 4th July 2019 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q30

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According to Indian Bureau of Mines Report 2018, which among the following is the largest mica producing state in India? 

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Correct answer: A

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The correct answer is option 1, i.e. Andhra Pradesh.   

According to the Indian Bureau of Mines Report 2018, the largest mica producing state in India is, ….

Andhra Pradesh

Indian Bureau of Mines:
  • It was established in 1948.
  • It is a multi-disciplinary government organisation under the Department of Mines, Ministry of Mines, engaged in the promotion of conservation, scientific development of mineral resources and protection of environment in mines other than coal, petroleum & natural gas, atomic minerals and minor minerals.
  • Headquarteres: Nagpur, Maharashtra
  • Andhra Pradesh is the largest producer of Mica. Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh is famous for its mica (crude) production.
  • China is the world's largest producer of mica followed by India.