Q. What is the primary objective of Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL)?
Answer: Ensuring mineral security and reducing import dependency
Notes: Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL) was established by the Ministry of Mines to secure a steady supply of critical minerals, focusing on mineral security and import substitution. It includes three public sector companies: NALCO, HCL, and MECL. India aims to reduce reliance on imports, especially from China, for strategic minerals like lithium, crucial for electric vehicle batteries and the "Make in India" initiative.