Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists : List I List II (Mineral (State) deposit) A. Gypsum 1. Odisha B. Graphite 2. Gujarat C. Fluorspar 3. Arunachal Pradesh D. Nickel 4. Rajasthan Code : A B C D

The matching of minerals to their respective states is as follows: Gypsum is primarily found in Rajasthan, which accounts for the vast majority of India's production. Graphite deposits are significant in Odisha, which is a leading producer of the mineral. Fluorspar (fluorite) is found in Arunachal Pradesh, as well as other states like Gujarat and Rajasthan. Nickel is predominantly found in Odisha, which holds the largest share of the country's nickel ore resources, particularly in the Sukinda valley. Therefore, the correct sequence is A-4 (Gypsum-Rajasthan), B-3 (Graphite-Arunachal Pradesh), C-2 (Fluorspar-Gujarat), and D-1 (Nickel-Odisha). While some minerals like graphite and fluorspar are found in multiple states, the specific pairing in Option 3 (4-3-2-1) aligns with the standard geographical distribution of these mineral deposits in India.