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Quick Revision – Minerals

Minerals and Natural Resources – Final Revision

UPSC | State PSC – Last Minute Notes


Core Concept

  • Minerals are naturally occurring inorganic substances
  • They are essential for industrial and economic development
  • Classified into metallic, non-metallic, and energy resources

India – Key Points

  • Iron ore → Odisha, Chhattisgarh
  • Coal → Jharkhand, West Bengal
  • Bauxite → Odisha
  • Uneven distribution of minerals
  • High dependency on oil imports

World – Key Points

  • Oil → Middle East
  • Coal → China (largest producer)
  • Iron ore → Australia
  • Advanced mining technology

India vs World – Quick Comparison

  • India → Moderate reserves, uneven distribution
  • World → Abundant and technologically advanced
  • India → Import dependent (energy)
  • World → Resource-rich regions dominate supply

Important Terms

  • Renewable resources → Solar, wind
  • Non-renewable → Coal, petroleum
  • Resource security → Availability + sustainability

Prelims Focus

  • Locations of minerals
  • Types and classification
  • Top producing countries

Mains Focus

  • Resource distribution inequality
  • India’s import dependency
  • Sustainable resource management

Final Strategy:
Revise → Practice MCQs → Write answers → Repeat



Revision builds success

Shaktimatha Learning

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