Which of the following is correct regarding Granite?
I. Granite is used in monuments.
II. Granite is a major mineral as defined under Section 3(e) of MMDR Act, 1957, and as per Section 15 of MMDR Act, 1957.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Option 1 (Only I)
Explanation:
Statement I is correct: Granite is a very hard and durable igneous rock, so it has been widely used in the construction of monuments, temples, and buildings since ancient times.
Statement II is incorrect: Under the MMDR Act, 1957, granite is classified as a 'minor mineral', not a 'major mineral'. State governments have the power to make regulations regarding minor minerals.
Additional Facts:
Formation: Granite is formed by the slow cooling of magma beneath the Earth's surface, consisting primarily of quartz and feldspar minerals.
MMDR Act: The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 is the main law governing the mining sector in India.
Minor Minerals: These include minerals such as building stone, gravel, ordinary clay, and sand.
Possible questions for upcoming exams:
Granite is an example of which type of rock?
(Answer: Intrusive Igneous Rock)
Which state in India is also known as the 'Granite City'?
(Answer: Jalore, Rajasthan)
Who primarily has the authority to classify minerals?
(Answer: The central government, but states manage minor minerals)