UPSC Prelims 2025
Geography
Consider the following pairs:
Country – Resource-rich in
I. Botswana : Diamond
II. Chile : Lithium
III. Indonesia : Nickel
In how many of the above rows is the given information correctly matched?
Explanation
This question checks knowledge of countries known for major natural resources that play key roles in global markets. ✅ I. Botswana : Diamond – Correct
* Botswana is a top global producer of diamonds, vital to its economy. ✅ II. Chile : Lithium – Correct
* Chile has vast lithium reserves in the Atacama Desert and is a leading global supplier. ✅ III. Indonesia : Nickel – Correct
* Indonesia is the world’s largest producer of nickel, crucial for batteries and steel.