Q. The Jhamarkotra mines of Rajasthan are best known for which among the following minerals?
The Jhamarkotra mines, located near Udaipur in Rajasthan, are the largest rock phosphate mines in India.
Rock phosphate is a crucial raw material for the production of phosphatic fertilizers.
These mines are operated by Rajasthan State Mines and Minerals Limited (RSMML).
The discovery and exploitation of Jhamarkotra deposits have made Rajasthan a key contributor to India’s fertilizer industry.
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
The Jhamarkotra mines, located near Udaipur in Rajasthan, are the largest rock phosphate mines in India.
Rock phosphate is a crucial raw material for the production of phosphatic fertilizers.
These mines are operated by Rajasthan State Mines and Minerals Limited (RSMML).
The discovery and exploitation of Jhamarkotra deposits have made Rajasthan a key contributor to India’s fertilizer industry.