alleryThe principal lignite reserves of India are at Neyveli in:
AAndhra Pradesh
BTamil Nadu
CUttar Pradesh
DMadhya Pradesh
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Tamil Nadu
1. Lignite is a low grade brown coal, soft and high in moisture.
2. The principal lignite reserves are at Neyveli in Tamil Nadu.
3. They are used for generating electricity.
_Source: syllabus Social Science, 'Contemporary India II', Ch 5 'Minerals and Energy Resources'_
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