WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which specific district in West Bengal is the producer of fire clay and china clay?

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

Answer options

  1. Purba Bardhaman
  2. Bankura
  3. Birbhum
  4. Purulia

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Birbhum

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Birbhum šŸ“š Explanation: The Birbhum district is geologically endowed with several important non-metallic mineral resources. Specifically, areas around Muhammad Bazar in Birbhum are heavily mined for high-quality china clay (kaolin) and fire clay. These raw materials are highly essential for the thriving ceramic, pottery, and refractory industries located within the state.