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In which of the following states deforestation caused land degradation due to mining?

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Andhra Pradesh
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Jharkhand
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Punjab
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Tamil Nadu
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Solution

The correct option is B Jharkhand

  • Jharkhand is one of the richest areas rich in minerals deposit and forests. The region has huge reserve of coal, iron ore, mica, bauxite and limestones and considerable reserves of copper, chromite, asbestos, China clay, manganese, dolomite, uranium, etc.
  • Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Orissa deforestation due to mining have caused severe land degradation.


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