Question
Describe the uneven distribution of mineral and energy resources in India by giving suitable examples.
Solution
Distribution of mineral and energy resource:
(i) Most of the metallic minerals in India occur in the peninsular plateau region in the old crystalline rocks.
(ii) 97% of coal reserves occur in the valleys of Damodar, Sone, Mahanadi and Godavari.
(iii) Petroleum reserves are located in the sedimentary basin of Assam, Gujarat and Mumbai High.
