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2022 Q4: With reference to monazite in India, consider the following statements: 1. It is a source of rare earths. 2. It contains thorium. 3. It occurs naturally in the entire Indian coastal sands. 4. Only government bodies can process or export it. Which are correct?
A.
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
B.
(b) 1, 2 and 4 only
C.
(c) 3 and 4 only
D.
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation:
Explanation: Only statements 1 and 2 are correct regarding monazite.