{"id":76050,"date":"2024-04-20T12:25:21","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:25:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/?p=76050"},"modified":"2024-04-20T12:25:21","modified_gmt":"2024-04-20T12:25:21","slug":"which-region-in-meghalaya-has-significant-coal-deposits-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/exam.pscnotes.com\/mcq\/which-region-in-meghalaya-has-significant-coal-deposits-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Which region in Meghalaya has significant coal deposits?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[amp_mcq option1=&#8221;Garo Hills&#8221; option2=&#8221;Khasi Hills&#8221; option3=&#8221;Jaintia Hills&#8221; option4=&#8221;Brahmaputra Valley&#8221; correct=&#8221;option1&#8243;]<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The correct answer is: <strong>a) Garo Hills<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The Garo Hills are a mountain range in the northeastern Indian state of Meghalaya. They are part of the Meghalaya Plateau and are located to the west of the Khasi Hills. The Garo Hills are a popular tourist destination, known for their scenic beauty and their unique culture.<\/p>\n<p>The Garo Hills are also home to significant coal deposits. The coal is found in the Barakar Formation, which is a sedimentary rock formation that dates back to the Permian period. The Barakar Formation is located in the eastern part of the Garo Hills, and it is estimated to contain over 1 billion tonnes of coal.<\/p>\n<p>The coal in the Garo Hills is of high quality and is used to generate electricity and to produce steel. The coal industry is a major contributor to the economy of Meghalaya.<\/p>\n<p>The other options are incorrect because:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Khasi Hills are a mountain range in the northeastern Indian state of Meghalaya. They are part of the Meghalaya Plateau and are located to the east of the Garo Hills. The Khasi Hills are a popular tourist destination, known for their scenic beauty and their unique culture. However, there are no significant coal deposits in the Khasi Hills.<\/li>\n<li>The Jaintia Hills are a mountain range in the northeastern Indian state of Meghalaya. They are part of the Meghalaya Plateau and are located to the south of the Garo Hills. The Jaintia Hills are a popular tourist destination, known for their scenic beauty and their unique culture. However, there are no significant coal deposits in the Jaintia Hills.<\/li>\n<li>The Brahmaputra Valley is a large valley in the northeastern Indian state of Assam. It is formed by the Brahmaputra River, which is the longest river in India. The Brahmaputra Valley is a fertile agricultural region, and it is home to a large population. 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