Correct Answer - Option 2 : Udaipur
The correct answer is Udaipur.
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The Department of Mines and Geology (DMG) of the state of Rajasthan, headquartered at Udaipur.
- It has the reputation of being one of the most well-organized DMGs in the country.
- This includes a core team of 79 geoscientists, 61 mining engineers, 7 scientists in the chemical laboratory and 7 engineers in the drilling wing.
- This extensive technical prowess is combined with state-of-the-art equipment and techniques for mineral exploration.
- These include remote sensing and geophysical surveys while also providing chemical, ceramic, and ore dressing laboratories.
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Functions of DMG Rajasthan:
- Mineral administration includes a grant of leases, collection of revenue, dead rent, ensuring systematic and environment-friendly mining, etc.
- Adopt adequate measures for the protection of the environment in mines & restoration of mined-out areas.
- Construct approach roads to mines and quarries.
- Take adequate measures to promote the export of minerals & the establishment of export-oriented units (EOU).
- Search, prospecting, and systematic development of mineral deposits.
