Practice 97 Minerals multiple-choice questions with detailed answers and explanations. Ideal for RAS/RPSC exam preparation.
Q1. Limestone in Rajasthan is primarily found in which districts?
Explanation
Limestone is widely found in Chittorgarh (largest producer), Kota, Jodhpur, Udaipur, and Nagaur. It is used in cement manufacturing.
Q2. Which of the following minerals is Rajasthan the leading producer of in India?
Explanation
Rajasthan is the leading producer of gypsum in India, contributing over 80% of the national production. Major gypsum deposits are in Nagaur, Bikaner, Jaisalmer, and Barmer districts.
Q3. Consider the following statements about the UCIL uranium mining project in Rajasthan: 1. The project is located in Khandela tehsil of Sikar district. 2. UCIL will invest approximately ₹5,000 crore in the project. 3. Rajasthan has established uranium resources of 15,631 tonnes. 4. 80% of the 1,623 direct jobs are reserved for local residents. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Explanation
Statements 1, 3, and 4 are correct. The UCIL uranium project is in Khandela tehsil, Sikar district (Statement 1 correct). Rajasthan has established uranium resources of 15,631 tonnes (Statement 3 correct). 80% of 1,623 direct jobs are for local residents (Statement 4 correct). Statement 2 is INCORRECT — UCIL will invest ₹3,000 crore, not ₹5,000 crore.
Q4. In which district of Rajasthan is the Khushkhera Industrial Area located?
Explanation
Khushkhera Industrial Area is in Bhiwadi, Khairthal-Tijara district, Rajasthan.
Q5. Rajasthan ranks first in India in production of which mineral?
Explanation
Rajasthan is the largest producer of marble, zinc, lead, sandstone, limestone and several other minerals in India. The mining sector contributes significantly to the state's GSDP. Hindustan Zinc's operations in Rajasthan are among the world's largest.
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Q6. Nimbahera in Chittorgarh is famous for:
Q7. Jodhpur's sandstone is popularly known as:
Q8. Beryllium in Rajasthan is found in which area?
Q9. Which mineral is found at Neem ka Thana (Sikar)?
Q10. Which district is the largest producer of sandstone in Rajasthan?
Q11. Asbestos in Rajasthan is found primarily in:
Q12. Zawar mines in Rajasthan are famous for which mineral?
Q13. Rajasthan contributes approximately what percentage of India's mineral production by value?
Q14. Sandstone from Rajasthan, used in many heritage buildings including Rashtrapati Bhawan, comes mainly from:
Q15. Makrana, famous for its high-quality white marble used in the Taj Mahal, is located in which district?
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