Question

Which of the following is not a mining town?

• A. Jharia
• B. Raniganj
• C. Khetri
• D. Patna

Hint:

Capital cities are typically administrative and service centers. Towns with names like Jharia, Raniganj, Khetri, Dhanbad, or Singrauli are strongly associated with mining.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Define a mining town. A mining town is a settlement that has developed primarily due to nearby mining activity.

Step 2: Analyze the options.

Jharia (Jharkhand) is famous for its large coal mines.
Raniganj (West Bengal) is one of India's oldest coalfields.
Khetri (Rajasthan) is famous for its copper mines.
Patna is the capital city of Bihar. Its primary functions are administrative, educational, and commercial. It is not a mining town.