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Consider the following statements in the context of the Cuddapah Rock System:

1. It consists mostly of Sedimentary rocks originating from the sediments of Archean and Dharwar rock systems.
2. It is known for good quality metallic minerals.

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1 only

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Both 1 and 2

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2 only

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Neither 1 and 2

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Solution

The correct option is A 1 only
In this rock system-
Metallic minerals of poor quality are found: iron, manganese, copper, cobalt, nickel, etc.

Non-metallic minerals of good quality are found: limestone, shale, slate, quartzite, Hence, Statement 2 is Incorrect.

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