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Q58 (CDS-I/2003) Geography › Indian Economic Geography › Fossil fuel resources Answer Verified

Which among the following States of India, has the highest amount of coal reserves?

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Among the given options, Orissa (Odisha) possesses the highest amount of coal reserves. According to geological data, Odisha accounts for approximately 24.52% to 25.1% of India's total coal reserves, with significant deposits in the Talcher and Rampur-Himgir coalfields [2][t1][t3]. Jharkhand holds the overall first rank in India, but it is not listed in the options [2]. Following Odisha in the provided list, West Bengal holds about 10.05% to 11% of the national reserves, primarily in the Raniganj coalfield [2][t1][t3]. Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh have significantly lower reserves, with Maharashtra holding roughly 3% and Andhra Pradesh (undivided) holding a minor fraction compared to the major coal-bearing states [2][t1]. Therefore, Orissa is the correct choice as the state with the highest reserves among the four options provided.

Sources

  1. [2] Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 8: Energy Resources > Coal Reserves in India 2017–18 > p. 2
  2. [1] Geography of India ,Majid Husain, (McGrawHill 9th ed.) > Chapter 8: Energy Resources > Source: Provisional Coal Statistics 2016–17, Coal Controller's Organization, Kolkata. > p. 3
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