Which of the following districts are included in Bikaner-Nagaur Basin producing petroleum?

Correct option is A

Ans. (a)
The Bikaner-Nagaur Basin is a petroleum-producing region that includes the districts of Bikaner, Nagaur, Sri Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, and Churu. This region has been significant for crude oil and natural gas exploration in Rajasthan.
Information Booster
1. Rajasthan contributes nearly 23% of India’s total crude oil production.
2. Barmer-Sanchore Basin is another major oil-producing region in Rajasthan.
3. Exploration in Rajasthan is conducted by companies like Cairn Energy and Oil India Limited.
4. Advanced techniques like Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) are used in the state to boost production.
5. Petroleum reserves have improved the economy and infrastructure in these regions.
Additional Knowledge
· Bikaner (Option a - Correct Answer): Key part of the petroleum-producing basin.
· Barmer (Option b): Not included in the Bikaner-Nagaur Basin but a major producer in the Barmer-Sanchore Basin.
· Kota and Bundi (Option c): These are not petroleum-producing districts.
· Jaisalmer (Option d): Known for natural gas, not included in this basin.