SSC CGL (Prelims) General: Mineral Resources questions with solutions

Q1. Which of the following statements regarding manganese production in India is incorrect?

1. Odisha is a major producer of manganese.
2. India imports all its manganese requirements.
3. Karnataka has significant manganese reserves.
4. Manganese is used in steel manufacturing.

Answer: India imports all its manganese requirements.

India has significant manganese deposits and is not dependent on imports for all its needs. States like Odisha and Karnataka are important producers, and manganese is widely used in steel making.