UPSC Geography Oceans and Continents / महासागरों और महाद्वीपों Question Bank Oceanography

Consider the following statements

1. Indian Ocean contains the largest deposits of manganese nodules.

2. Arctic Ocean has become a major source of attraction for the countries surrounding this ocean due to its large deposits of valuable minerals.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A) 1 only

B) 2 only

C) Both 1 and 2

D) Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

Pacific Ocean (and not Indian Ocean) contains the largest deposits of manganese nodules up to the depth of 4000 m.