Which state has the largest reserves of Gold ore in India as of 2021?
Correct Answer: Bihar
Subject: geography
- Karnataka
- Rajasthan
- Bihar
- Jharkhand
Explanation: • As of 2021, Bihar holds the largest reserves of gold ore (44%).
• Rajasthan is second with 25%, and Karnataka is third with 21%.
• However, Karnataka is the largest producer (80% of gold).
• Option A is the largest producer, but the question asked for reserves.
• Trick: 'Bihar has the Bank (Reserves), Karnataka has the Factory (Production)'.
• Major mines are Kolar and Hutti in Karnataka.