Indian Bureau of Mines Flashcards
1
Q
According to Indian Bureau of Mines , sand stands at which place in the mined minerals list ?
A
Sand –> 4th most mined object
2
Q
How is sand classified in terms of regulations ?
A
It is a minor mineral under Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) , 1957 therefore it comes under State Govt regulations
3
Q
What is the recent development regarding sand mining ?
A
Gujarat govt will be deploying drones for survelliance of illegal sand mining in and around river beds of Sabarmati , Tapi and Narmada
4
Q
What does the Mines and Mineral Development and Regualtion Act (MMDR Act) empower state govt ?
A
It empowers state govts to frame rules to prevent illegal mining , transport and storage of minerals
