Question
Describe the features of the mineral belt of south-western plateau of India.
Solution
The South-Western Plateau:
(i) This belt extends over Karnataka, Goa and contiguous Tamil Nadu uplands and Kerala.
(ii) This belt is rich in ferrous metals and bauxite. It also contains high-grade iron ore, manganese and limestone.
(iii) This belt packs in coal deposits except Neyveli lignite. This belt does not have as diversified mineral deposits as the north-eastern belt.
