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Which is the oldest Oil-producing state of India?

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

Answer options

  1. Gujarat
  2. Assam
  3. Maharashtra
  4. Telengana

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Assam

Explanation: The correct answer is B. Assam. Assam is the oldest oil-producing state in India, with oil first discovered in Digboi in 1889 during the British era. Digboi is famously known as the ‘Oil City of Assam’ and houses Asia’s first oil refinery. The region still contributes significantly to India’s onshore crude oil production. Assam has important oilfields like Naharkatiya, Moran, and Lakwa. Oil India Limited (OIL), a major PSU, began its operations from this region.