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Which among the following state is the leading producer of iron ore?

AWest Bengal

BJharkhand

CChattisgarh

DOdisha

Answer:

D. Odisha

Read Explanation:

Odisha is the leading producer of iron ore. It accounts for about 52% of the total iron ore production in India. Mayurbhanj, Banspani, Kendujhar are some of the important iron ore reserves of Odisha. Odisha is followed by the state of Karnataka.


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