Which of the following regions in India is best known as the 'Ruhr of India' due to its rich mineral resources, particularly coal, and industrial development?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 1 (Chhota Nagpur Plateau)
Explanation:
The Chota Nagpur Plateau is called the 'Ruhr of India.' The Ruhr is a famous industrial region in Germany, known worldwide for its vast coal reserves and mineral resources. Similarly, the Chota Nagpur Plateau (spread mainly in Jharkhand, Odisha, and West Bengal) is India's richest mineral region. Abundant coal, iron, mica, and bauxite are found here, which has led to the development of heavy industries.
Additional Facts:
Deccan Plateau: This is India's largest plateau, famous for its black soil (regur) and considered ideal for cotton cultivation.
Malwa Plateau: It lies north of the Vindhya Hills and extends mainly across Madhya Pradesh and parts of Rajasthan.
Thar Desert: Also known as the 'Great Indian Desert,' it is located primarily in Rajasthan.
Major Industries: Tata Steel (Jamshedpur) and Bokaro Steel Plant are part of this Chota Nagpur Plateau region.
Possible Questions for the Upcoming Exam:
Which Indian state is known as the 'storehouse of minerals'?
(Answer: Jharkhand)
What is the main soil type of the Deccan Plateau?
(Answer: Black Soil)
For which mineral is the Ruhr region of Germany world famous?
(Answer: Coal and Iron)