Which of the following States has no oil refinery?
2018
Which of the following States has no oil refinery?
- A.
Gujarat
- B.
Kerala
- C.
Chhattisgarh
- D.
West Bengal
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Correct answer: C
Oil refineries are typically located near oil production centers or coastal areas for easy import/export.
Gujarat: Has several refineries, including the massive private sector Reliance refinery in Jamnagar and the public sector IOCL refinery in Koyali (Vadodara).
Kerala: Has the Kochi Refinery, which is a prominent crude oil refinery in southern India operated by Bharat Petroleum (BPCL).
West Bengal: Has the Haldia Refinery, operated by Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).
Chhattisgarh: It is a landlocked state rich in minerals like coal and iron ore, but it does not have any crude oil refineries.