Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code

Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists :

List I
(Mineral deposit)
List II
(State)
A. Gypsum1. Odisha
B. Graphite2. Gujarat
C. Fluorspar3. Arunachal Pradesh
D. Nickel4. Rajasthan

Code :

ABCD
(a)1324
(b)1234
(c)4321
(d)4231
1 3 2 4
1 2 3 4
4 3 2 1
4 2 3 1
This question was previously asked in
UPSC NDA-1 – 2017
Based on the distribution of mineral deposits in India:
A. Gypsum: Rajasthan is the largest producer of Gypsum in India. (Match with 4)
B. Graphite: Arunachal Pradesh has significant reserves of Graphite. Other states like Odisha, Jharkhand, and Kerala are also major producers. (Match with 3 based on the options)
C. Fluorspar: Gujarat is a major producer of Fluorspar (also known as Fluorite). (Match with 2)
D. Nickel: Odisha is the only state in India producing Nickel ore. (Match with 1)
Thus, the correct matching is A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1, which corresponds to option (c).
This question tests knowledge about the geographical distribution of important mineral deposits across Indian states.
Understanding the distribution of minerals is crucial for questions related to India’s geography, economy, and resource management. India is deficient in certain minerals like Nickel, necessitating imports.