Question

Consider the following statements regarding Coal production in India: Which of the statements are correct?

1. Anthracite, containing 95% coal, is found in Jammu and Kashmir.
2. India ranks 2nd in global coal production.
3. Jharkhand stands at the forefront of coal deposits in India.

• A. None of these
• B. All
• C. 1, 3
• D. 3 only

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 1, 3

• Anthracite Coal: Anthracite is the highest rank of coal, containing between 86% and 97% carbon. It burns with a short, blue flame and has very little smoke. While India primarily relies on lower grades of coal like bituminous, small deposits of anthracite are found in the Raman River valley of Jammu and Kashmir. Statement 1 is correct.
• Global Coal Production Ranking: As of recent data, India is the second-largest producer of coal globally, after China. This significant production supports a substantial portion of India's energy needs. Statement 2 is incorrect.
• Coal Deposits in India: India possesses vast coal reserves. Jharkhand is a leading state in terms of coal deposits, holding a significant share of the country's total reserves. Other major coal-producing states include Odisha, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh. Statement 3 is correct.
• Types of Coal in India: The majority of coal reserves in India are of bituminous and lignite types. Bituminous coal is widely used in thermal power plants and industries. Lignite, a lower grade of coal, is also extracted and used, particularly in southern states.