Sustainable Mining — Prelims Questions

Which of the following provisions are correctly associated with the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2015?

Consider the following statements regarding sustainable mining practices in India: 1. Progressive mine closure involves initiating rehabilitation activities only after the complete exhaustion of mineral reserves. 2. The District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds are primarily utilized for environmental monitoring and research in mining areas. 3. Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC) for tribal communities is a key principle derived from the Forest Rights Act, 2006, impacting mining projects. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Which of the following constitutional provisions directly or indirectly promote environmental protection in the context of mining in India? 1. Article 21 2. Article 48A 3. Article 51A(g) 4. Article 39(b)

Which of the following are considered 'green mining techniques' or sustainable practices? 1. In-pit tailings disposal 2. Dry stacking of tailings 3. Extensive use of conventional wet tailings dams 4. Beneficiation close to the source 5. Exclusive reliance on fossil fuels for mine operations

The Niyamgiri Hills bauxite mining case is a significant example in India primarily for its implications regarding: