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MentorWhat is meant by a flexible exchange rate? Discuss the factors that contribute to the appreciation and depreciation of the Indian rupee against the US dollar. (200 words) लचीली विनिमय दर क्या होती है? भारतीय रुपये के डॉलर के मुकाबले ...
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Daily Answer Writing Practice Questions (24 January 2025)
MentorWhat are the goals of government budgeting? List the key components of the government budget in India. (200 words) सरकारी बजट के मुख्य उद्देश्य क्या होते हैं? भारत में सरकारी बजट के प्रमुख घटकों को सूचीबद्ध करें। (200 शब्द) “Discuss ...
Mains Answer Writing for MPPSC
MentorPreparing for the Mains Examination of the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) requires a strategic approach, particularly in mastering the art of answer writing. In this article, we will explore various sub-topics essential for effective answer writing, providing you ...
Polymetallic nodules are manganese nodules that is shaped like potato holes and they are porous nodules spread over world oceans in depth of the sea.
Geographical Distribution:
• Initially polymetallic nodules were found in Kara Sea that is located in Arctic Ocean of Siberia region.
• These nodules has economic interest are more localized.
• Industrial explorers selected these three areas for polymetallic nodules
o Centre if North Pacific Ocean.
o Peru Basin of South East Pacific Ocean.
o The North Indian Ocean.
• Nodules found in deep sea but highest concentration found between 4000 & 6000m
Significance of Polymetallic Nodules:
• They are important source of rare earth elements and metals which are useful in high tech industries.
• These rare earth metals are source if gold, silver, zinc, etc.,
• These nodules also contain copper, cobalt, lead, nickel. Etc., which has economic and strategic importance.
• The copper contained in CCZ nodules is about 20% of land-based reserves.
• Importance in India:
o India has area of 75000 square kilometres for nodules. India can utilize energy which can be use fir next 100 years.
o China has large source of rare earth metals and so India can invalidate its influence.
o India can strengthen bilateral relations with Japan, Germany, South Korea etc.
o These nodules also has economic importance.
However, the availability of efficient technology, competent manpower and strong fiscal strength can complement the deep ocean mission of India to realise about Polymetallic Nodules Potential.