Mine Legislation & Regulations MCQ - Part 01 | Indian Minerology

📜 Mine Legislation & Regulations MCQs - Part 01

1. The Mines Act, which is the primary legislation for mines in India, was enacted in:

• A. 1952
• B. 1948
• C. 1923
• D. 1912

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Answer: A. 1952

2. The authority responsible for the enforcement of safety rules in mines in India is:

• A. Central Pollution Control Board
• B. Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS)
• C. Ministry of Environment
• D. State Mining Department

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Answer: B. Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS)

3. The Coal Mines Regulations (CMR) apply to:

• A. All mines in India
• B. Coal mines only
• C. Metalliferous mines
• D. Quarrying operations

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Answer: B. Coal mines only

4. The minimum age for workers employed underground as per Mines Act is:

• A. 18 years
• B. 21 years
• C. 16 years
• D. 14 years

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Answer: A. 18 years

5. The Mines Rescue Rules provide guidelines for:

• A. Fire prevention only
• B. Rescue operations and organization
• C. Environmental clearance
• D. Explosive handling

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Answer: B. Rescue operations and organization

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