Which of the following district–state pairs is accurately associated with major iron ore reserves in India?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Singhbhum - Jharkhand.
The correct district–state pair associated with major iron ore reserves in India is Singhbhum – Jharkhand. The Singhbhum region, especially around Noamundi and Gua, is one of India’s oldest and richest iron ore belts, contributing significantly to the country’s steel industries. Jharkhand’s high-grade hematite deposits have been mined since the colonial period, making it a major mining hub.
The other options are incorrect: Bellary is in Karnataka, not Maharashtra, and is a major iron ore mining centre. Keonjhar lies in Odisha, not Chhattisgarh, and hosts the famous Barbil–Joda iron ore belt. Dantewada is in Chhattisgarh, not Odisha, and is known for Bailadila iron ore mines. Thus, only Singhbhum–Jharkhand is correctly matched.