Consider the following statements
| Question | Consider the following statements 1. Birbhum is identified as an area for sand mining. 2. Exploration of coal bed methane is taking place in West Bengal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? | |
| Type | multiple_choice | |
| Option | Only 1 | incorrect |
| Option | Only 2 | incorrect |
| Option | Both 1 and 2 | correct |
| Option | Neither 1 nor 2 | incorrect |
| Solution | Several regions in West Midnapore, Birbhum, and East Bardhaman have been identified as prime locations for sand mining. Additionally, the exploration of natural gas resources, specifically Coal Bed Methane, is being carried out alongside the coal mines in West Bengal. | |