Manganese is found in which of the following districts in Gujarat?

Panchmahal
Banaskantha
Rajkot
Porbandar

The correct answer is: A. Panchmahal.

Manganese is a chemical element with the symbol Mn and atomic number 25. It is a metal that is found in nature in the form of manganese ore. Manganese is an essential element for life, and it is used in a variety of industrial applications, including the production of steel, batteries, and fertilizers.

The manganese ore deposits in Panchmahal district are among the largest in India. The ore is mined and processed at the Manganese Ore Mines Limited (MOIL) plant in Rajgadh. The MOIL plant is one of the largest manganese ore producers in the world.

The other options are incorrect because:

  • Banaskantha district is not known for its manganese ore deposits.
  • Rajkot district is known for its diamond mines, not its manganese ore deposits.
  • Porbandar district is known for its tourism, not its manganese ore deposits.