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The highest production and largest reserves of manganese ore lies in the state

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

Answer options

  1. Bihar
  2. Odisha
  3. Karnataka
  4. Rajasthan

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Odisha

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Odisha šŸ“š Explanation: Odisha is the leading producer of manganese ore in India, accounting for a significant portion of the country's total output and reserves. Major manganese deposits are found in the Keonjhar and Sundargarh districts. It is an essential mineral used primarily in the production of steel.