Prelims 2026 • Paper 1 (GS) • Q.95

Prelims • Paper 1 (GS) • 2026 • Q.95

Geography

Which of the following statements about Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and Critical Minerals is/are correct?

Modern technological innovations including Artificial Intelligence, robotics and space exploration extensively utilise Rare Earth Elements (REEs).

China has the highest share in mining of REEs followed by India.

The Government of India launched the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) in 2025 to establish a robust framework for self-reliance in the critical mineral sector.

Rare Earth Elements are a set of 13 metallic elements.

2026 Prelims • Paper 1 (GS)

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Syllabus Connection

Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian sub- continent); factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India). (GS-I)

NCERT Connection

Ch.7: Mineral and Energy Resources

Geography • Class 12 • Class 12 Indian Human Geography

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