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Q. Consider the following statements:
  1. The distribution of coal in India is more abundant on the eastern side of the country.
  2. Most coal produced in India is from Gondwana Coal Fields.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 2 are correct
Notes: The vast majority of India’s coal reserves and production are from Gondwana Coal Fields, which comprise about 98% of reserves and 99% of production. These fields are primarily found in eastern India, particularly in states such as Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha, making Statement 1 and 2 correct.
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