Question

Consider the following minerals: 

1. Bentonite
2. Chromite
3. Kyanite
4. Sillimanite

In India, which of the above is/are officially designated as major minerals?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 4 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 2, 3 and 4 only

Answer 1

Correct option is (d) 2, 3 and 4 only

Chromite is a metallic mineral and metallic mineral are mostly in the major mineral category according to official sites of the ministry of mines 2, 3 and 4 are listed as major minerals.