Bailadila, a place in Chhattisgarh, is known for the rich reserves of ................?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Hematite
Explanation:
. Bailadila is a mountain range in the Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh famous for its massive deposits of Iron Ore.
. The range is specifically known for its high-grade Hematite ore, which is essential for steel making.
. The name 'Bailadila' means "Hump of an Ox" in the local language, referring to the shape of the mountains. . The iron ore from these mines is exported to countries like Japan and South Korea via the Visakhapatnam port.
. The mining operations in this region are primarily managed by the National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC).
Information Booster:
. India has two main types of iron ore: Hematite and Magnetite. Hematite is considered the most important industrial iron ore due to its high iron content.
. Chhattisgarh is one of the leading producers of iron ore in India, contributing significantly to the country's total output.
Additional Knowledge: Manganese (Option a)
. Major deposits are found in Odisha, Karnataka, and Madhya Pradesh (Balaghat), rather than Bailadila.
Coal (Option b)
. Chhattisgarh is rich in coal, but its major coalfields are located in Korba and Hasdeo-Arand, not Bailadila.
Copper (Option d)
. The most famous copper mines in India are Khetri (Rajasthan) and Malanjkhand (Madhya Pradesh).