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Which state in India is the largest producer of bauxite?

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

Answer options

  1. Jharkhand
  2. Odisha
  3. Gujarat
  4. Maharashtra

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Odisha

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Odisha šŸ“š Explanation: Odisha is the leading producer of bauxite in India, accounting for more than half of the country's total production. The major bauxite deposits are found in the Panchpatmali region of Koraput district and other parts of the Eastern Ghats. Bauxite is the primary ore used in the production of aluminum, making Odisha a hub for the aluminum industry.