Previous Year Question
Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:
A–3, B–2, C–4, D–1
A–2, B–1, C–3, D–4
A–4, B–3, C–2, D–1
A–4, B–2, C–3, D–1
Correct Answer: C
Detailed Solution
Hutar Coalfield is located in the Palamu region of Jharkhand and is associated with Gondwana Coal Deposits. This coalfield is situated in the catchment area of the North Koel River, geographically separate from the Damodar Valley coalfields, and is known for its coal resources. Underground coal deposits occur in the Hutar Coalfield, and blocks such as Hutar Sector-C and Hurilong are mentioned in the Government of India's coal block allocation records. It is associated with the coal resources of Jharkhand.
Ib River Coalfield is one of the major coal-producing regions of Odisha. It extends mainly across the Jharsuguda and Sundargarh districts and is associated with the Ib River, a tributary of the Mahanadi River system. The region is known for its Gondwana-age coal deposits and primarily contains Non-Coking Coal used in thermal power generation. Important coal mines in this region include Lakhanpur, Belpahar, and Samaleswari. These mines are operated mainly by Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL).
Tatapani–Ramkola Coalfield is located in the Balrampur-Ramanujganj region of northern Chhattisgarh. It is an important coal-bearing region associated with the Gondwana rock formations of the Son–Mahanadi Basin. Coal deposits here are primarily associated with the Barakar Formation and, in some locations, the Raniganj Formation. The coalfield contains blocks such as Meghuli and Sondiha. Records of the Ministry of Coal identify Tatapani–Ramkola as a coal resource region of Chhattisgarh.
Umaria Coalfield is located in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh and is associated with the Gondwana Sedimentary Rock Group. This region forms an important part of Central India's coal resources. Coal deposits in Umaria district are mainly associated with the Talchir, Barakar, and related sedimentary formations. Coal mining activities in the district are conducted by South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL). Coal from this region is useful for electricity generation and other industrial activities. The Sanjay Gandhi Thermal Power Station is also located in Umaria district.