Minerals and Metals Trading Corporation functions under the administrative control of which one of the following Ministries/Departments ?
Ministry of Mines
Department of Commerce
Department of Heavy Industries
Ministry of Earth Sciences
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UPSC SO-Steno – 2017
Minerals and Metals Trading Corporation (MMTC) is a Public Sector Undertaking involved in international trade, particularly in minerals, metals, and other commodities. PSUs dealing with trade fall under the administrative control of the Department of Commerce, which is part of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
– The Department of Commerce is responsible for formulating and implementing foreign trade policy and managing various aspects related to India’s international trade.
– MMTC’s primary functions align with the mandate of the Department of Commerce.