Panchpatmali in Koraput district, Odisha has large deposits of which mineral?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Bauxite.
· Panchpatmali in Koraput district, Odisha, is known for its extensive deposits of bauxite.
· Bauxite is the primary ore of aluminum, and it is essential for the production of alumina and aluminum.
· The Panchpatmali bauxite mines are among the largest bauxite reserves in India, contributing significantly to the country's aluminum industry.
· The mineral is extracted and processed by companies such as the National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), which operates significant mining and refining operations in the region.
Information Booster:
· Manganese: Primarily used in steel production and found in states like Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka.
· Iron Ore: India has significant deposits in states like Odisha, Jharkhand, and Chhattisgarh, but not specifically in Panchpatmali.
· Copper: Found in states like Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand, but not specifically in Panchpatmali.