UPPSC 2012 GS-1 Indian Geography
Question

Which of the following State is the largest manganese producer in India?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Madhya Pradesh

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Madhya Pradesh”.

Madhya Pradesh is the largest producer of manganese in India, accounting for 33% of the country's total production in 2019-20.

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