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The Chotonagpur plateau is primarily composed of

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Answer options

  1. sandstone, limestone and shale.
  2. granite, limestone and dolomite.
  3. archaean rocks of granite and gneiss etc.
  4. gondwana coal, sandstone and limestone.

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: archaean rocks of granite and gneiss etc.

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) archaean rocks of granite and gneiss etc. šŸ“š Explanation: The Chotonagpur Plateau is a vast continental plateau in eastern India, mostly covering Jharkhand. It is geologically very old, consisting primarily of Archaean granite and gneiss rocks. These ancient rock formations are rich in valuable minerals like coal, iron, and mica.