Q. What was Madhya Pradesh's rank in copper production in India in 2021-22? (MPPSC State Services Prelims 2023)
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Notes: In 2021-22, Madhya Pradesh was the leading producer of copper in India, contributing over 56% of the total output. The Malanjkhand copper mine in Madhya Pradesh is India's largest base metal mine. Rajasthan and Jharkhand were other notable producers but ranked below Madhya Pradesh. India's total copper production in 2021-22 increased by approximately 5.25% to 114.42 thousand tonnes.