Mineralogy (Indian Geography)

17. Which is the largest bauxite-producing state of India? [SSC. Online Constable GD 15.02.2019 (Shift-II)]

1. (a) Odisha
2. (b) Bihar
3. (c) Madhya Pradesh
4. (d) Jharkhand

Correct Answer: (a) Odisha
Note:
The state of Odisha is the largest bauxite producer in India (in the year 2017-18). It is followed by Gujarat and Jharkhand in that order. The states with reserves of Bauxite are Odisha (51%), Andhra Pradesh (16% Gujarat (9%), Jharkhand (6%), and Maharashtra (5%) in that order.