Consider the following Statements regarding, Vindhyan Rock System:

1. It consists of sedimentary rocks superimposed on the Archean base.
2. It has many metallic minerals.

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 and 2

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Solution

The correct option is C 1 only
Vindhyan Rock System:
Formed between 1400-600 million years ago
It consists of sedimentary rocks superimposed on the Archean base, Hence, Statement 1 is Correct.
Almost devoid of metalliferous minerals, Hence, Statement 2 is Incorrect.
Vindhyan rock system has many non-metallic minerals like sandstone, limestone, coal etc.
Important locations: Chittorgarh, Rajasthan; Panna, Madhya Pradesh.

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Consider the following Statements regarding, Vindhyan Rock System​: 1. It consists of sedimentary rocks superimposed on the Archean base​. 2. It has many metallic minerals. Select the correct code :

Consider the following Statements regarding, Vindhyan Rock System:

1. It consists of sedimentary rocks superimposed on the Archean base.
2. It has many metallic minerals.

Select the correct code :