Dolomite deposits have been found in:
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option D —
Odisha, Bengal, Bihar, Chattisgarh
Dolomite is a sedimentary carbonate rock that contains a high percentage of the mineral dolomite. In India, it is widely distributed across several states, but the most significant deposits—largely used as flux in the iron and steel industry—are concentrated in the following regions:Chhattisgarh: One of the leading producers, particularly in the Bilaspur, Durg, and Raigarh districts.
Odisha: Major deposits are found in the Sundargarh, Sambalpur, and Koraput districts.
West Bengal: Primarily located in the Jalpaiguri district (specifically the Janti area).
Bihar: Deposits are found in the Rohtas district.
While Jharkhand and Maharashtra also have dolomite, the grouping in option D represents the most prominent and traditionally recognized belt for these mineral deposits in the context of Indian geography and industrial utility.
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