Question

To which State Government the Supreme Court of India ordered the closing of 68 mines operating in marble, dolomite, and limestone mining to protect wildlife in that area?

• A. Jharkhand
• B. Rajasthan
• C. Karnataka
• D. Maharashtra

Hint:

Environmental protection laws often involve the suspension of mining activities in ecologically sensitive regions to protect endangered species and preserve biodiversity.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The Supreme Court of India ordered the closure of 68 mines operating in marble, dolomite, and limestone mining in Rajasthan to protect wildlife in the area. This was in response to concerns about the negative environmental impact of these activities on wildlife, particularly in the Sariska Tiger Reserve region.