UPSC Prelims 2016
Geography
In which of the following regions of India are shale gas resources found?
1. Cambay Basin
2. Cauvery basin
3. Krishna-Godavari Basin
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Explanation
Shale gas is a natural gas that is found trapped within shale formations. - In India, shale gas resources are found in several regions. - The Cambay Basin, located in western India, is one of the oldest and most productive sedimentary basins in India and has been a major source of conventional oil and gas. - The Cauvery Basin and Krishna-Godavari Basin are also known to have shale gas resources. Therefore, all three basins mentioned in the options are known to have shale gas resources. Hence, the correct answer is (d) 1, 2 and 3.