Question

    What was the change in the index of mineral production for the month of March 2024 compared to March 2023?

    A Increased by 1.2% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Decreased by 1.2% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Increased by 7.5% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Decreased by 7.5% Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The index of mineral production for the month of March 2024 was 156.1, which is 1.2% higher compared to the level in March 2023. Additionally, the index for the entire FY 2023-24 has increased by 7.5% over FY 2022-23. Some non-fuel minerals showing positive growth during March 2024 compared to the corresponding month of the previous year include Copper Concentrate, Gold, Manganese Ore, Diamond, Graphite, Kyanite, Sillimanite, Limeshell, Limestone, and Magnesite.

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