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Coal mines in West Bengal are mainly of

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Anthracite type
  2. Bituminous type
  3. Lignite type
  4. Peat type

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Bituminous type

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Bituminous type. Bituminous coal is the predominant type of coal found in West Bengal, especially in the Raniganj coalfield, which is part of the Damodar Valley basin. This coal has medium to high carbon content, making it suitable for power generation, steel production, and industrial heating. The Raniganj coalfield, spreading over Paschim Burdwan, Purulia, and parts of Bankura, is the oldest and one of the richest coalfields in India. Bituminous coal is black, relatively hard, and has higher calorific value than lignite or peat, but lower than anthracite.