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Q65 (CDS-II/2022) Geography › Indian Economic Geography › Mineral resource distribution Answer Verified

Consider the following statements about an Indian State : 1. It is well known globally for its variety of rocks and minerals. 2. It has the largest deposits of Chrysotile Asbestos in the country. 3. The Neelam Sanjiva Reddy Sagar Hydel Project is located in this State. Identify the State from the following:

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The state described is Andhra Pradesh. It is globally recognized for its diverse mineral wealth, often referred to as 'Ratna Garbha'. While Rajasthan is the leading producer of total asbestos (primarily amphibole), Andhra Pradesh possesses the largest deposits of the high-quality Chrysotile variety, specifically in the Cuddapah (YSR) district [2]. Furthermore, the Neelam Sanjiva Reddy Sagar Hydel Project is another name for the Srisailam Hydro Electric Project, which is a major power installation located on the Krishna River in Andhra Pradesh [1]. The state is also a significant producer of other minerals like gold (second largest), mica, and coal from the Singareni mines. These factors collectively identify Andhra Pradesh as the correct state among the given options.

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  1. [2] Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 7: Resources > Natural Resources of India > p. 28
  2. [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Srisailam_Dam
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