What is/are the purpose/purposes of 'District Mineral Foundations' in India? 1. Promoting mineral exploration activities in mineral-rich districts 2. Protecting the interests of the persons affected by mining operations 3. Authorizing State Governments to issue licences for mineral exploration Select the correct answer using the code given below.
A1 and 2 only
B2 only
C1 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 2 only
UPSC CSE Prelims 2016 (GS-I, Set A), Q.62. Answer key: B (coaching consensus; UPSC did not publish an official 2016 AK separately on upsc.gov.in).
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