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Q · MineralsMedium · 45s
Which of the following minerals is a major export item of India?
TopicMinerals
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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India is a major exporter of iron ore, especially to countries like Japan and China.
Final Answer: Option B — Iron ore