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Which type of rock primarily contains the majority of India's coal deposits?

1

Igneous

2

Metamorphic

3

Sedimentary

4

Volcanic

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Answer

C. Sedimentary

Solution:

Coal is primarily found in sedimentary rocks, where it is formed from accumulated vegetal matter under heat and pressure. Other rock types generally do not facilitate coal formation.

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