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Category: Karnataka Gk

Hint: Consider the major mineral resources that are mined in Karnataka.

Correct Answer: C) Gold

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Bank PO, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Explanations:

Option A: Tin is not a major mineral resource in Karnataka. Tin is more commonly found in other regions of India, such as the northeastern states.

Option B: Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin, and while copper is found in some parts of Karnataka, bronze is not a naturally occurring mineral resource in the state.

Option C: Gold is the correct answer. Karnataka, particularly the Kolar district, is known for its gold mines and has a long history of gold production.

Option D: While Karnataka does have deposits of precious stones, they are not as significant or economically important as gold. Precious stones are not the primary mineral resource associated with Karnataka.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Tin is not a major mineral resource in Karnataka. Tin is more commonly found in other regions of India, such as the northeastern states.
Option B: Bronze is an alloy of copper and tin, and while copper is found in some parts of Karnataka, bronze is not a naturally occurring mineral resource in the state.
Option C: Gold is the correct answer. Karnataka, particularly the Kolar district, is known for its gold mines and has a long history of gold production.
Option D: While Karnataka does have deposits of precious stones, they are not as significant or economically important as gold. Precious stones are not the primary mineral resource associated with Karnataka.

Mnemonic: K-Gold: Karnataka is known for Gold

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