The chief coal bearing formation in India is known as the __________.
A
Siwaliks
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B
Gondwanas
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C
Vindhyans
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D
Cuddappahs
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Solution
The correct option is B Gondwanas The chief coal bearing formation in India is known as the Gondwanas. Gondwana rocks contain nearly 98 percent of India's coal reserves. The Gondwana coals of Permian times are mainly found in the Peninsular Gondwana basins of India.