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UPPSC 1999 GS-I World Geography
Question

Which of the following statements are correct?

I. China is the leading coal producer of the world.
II. Donetsk Basin is the major coal producing region in Ukraine.
III. Saar Region is the major coal producing area in Germany
IV. The major coal mining areas of the USA lie in the Appalachian Region.

Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Codes:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: All of above

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “All of above ”.
1) China is indeed the world's leading coal producer.

2) The Donetsk Basin is a major coal-producing region in Ukraine.

3) The Saar Region is a significant coal-producing area in Germany.

4) The Appalachian Region in the USA is well-known for its extensive coal reserves.

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