Operation Uncover-Khanij Khoj by GSI in Northern parts of Arravallies and Bundelkhand; Western and Eastern Dharwad
Q. Operation Khanij Khoj is in which of the following areas?
1) Northern parts of Arravallies and Bundelkhand
2) Western and Eastern Dharwad
3) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
4) North East India- Published on 17 Feb 16a. 1, 2
b. 2, 4
c. 3, 4
d. All of the above
ANSWER: 1, 2
- The ‘Operation Khanij Khoj’ project of GSI launched during the meeting is targeting concealed and deep seated mineral deposits. GSI has planned two projects in (i) Northern parts of Arravallies and Bundelkhand craton; (ii) Western and Eastern Dharwad cratons.
- GSI has initially identified 100 blocks for reconnoitory survey. Once the National Mineral Exploration Policy (NMEP) is approved, these blocks will be put on e-auction for undertaking regional exploration by private companies.
