Which of the following mineral is found in Leelwani and Naradia areas of Banswara district?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Manganese
Explanation:
• Leelwani and Naradia in Banswara district are known for manganese ore deposits.
• Banswara is one of the important manganese-producing regions of Rajasthan.
• The deposits occur mainly in the form of low to medium-grade ore.
• Manganese is used in steel production, dry cell batteries and alloy manufacturing.
• Geological surveys confirm manganese occurrence in these exact localities.
Information Booster:
• Banswara is also known for lignite, china clay and minor minerals.
• Manganese is a strategic mineral used for metallurgy.
Additional Knowledge:
Gold (Option a)
• Gold deposits in Rajasthan are mainly found in areas like Jagpura–Bharatpura (Banswara), but not in Leelwani & Naradia.
Zinc (Option b)
• Major zinc deposits are located in Rajpura–Dariba, Rampura–Agucha, not Banswara.
Beryllium (Option d)
• No notable beryllium deposits in these Banswara locations.