Q. What is Madhya Pradesh's share in India's total manganese production? (MPPSC AE 2021)
Answer: 33%
Notes: Madhya Pradesh is the leading manganese-producing state in India, accounting for around 33% of total production during 2019-20. Maharashtra is the second-largest producer, contributing about 25%. Together, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra supply over half of India's manganese ore. Major manganese-producing states include Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka. These states contribute significantly to the country's manganese mining industry.