In the context of Mineral distribution of India, which of the following is INCORRECT regarding the "South-Western Plateau region" Belt?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
India's South-Western Plateau Region -
Lack of Coal: The biggest drawback of this belt is that it lacks large coal reserves (only lignite coal is found in Neyveli, Tamil Nadu).
The main coal reserves in India are found in the "North-Eastern Plateau Region" (Chhota Nagpur Plateau - Damodar Valley). (Option 4 is incorrect)
Other Options -
Extent: This belt extends mainly to the highlands of Karnataka, Goa, and Tamil Nadu, as well as Kerala.
Ferrous Metals & Bauxite: This region is famous for its deposits of iron ore, manganese, and bauxite.
High-Grade Iron Ore: The Kudremukh and Ballari-Hospet mines in Karnataka are world-renowned for their high-grade iron ore.