Chapter 5 of Class 10 Geography (Contemporary India) covers Minerals and Energy Resources — the natural wealth that powers India's economy and industry.
India is the world's 4th largest producer of coal but imports significant amounts of petroleum. Over 2/3 of India's minerals are concentrated in the Peninsular Plateau (Chota Nagpur region).
Based on Chemical and Physical Properties:
Conventional Sources:
Non-Conventional (Renewable) Sources:
India's National Solar Mission aims to achieve 100 GW of solar power.
**Iron ore** — it is the primary raw material for steel, which is essential for all heavy industries, construction, and transportation.
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Bharat Ka Sabse Uncha Bandh Kaun Sa Hai?
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