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The Ministry of Coal has released 'AAROH: Annual Report on Mine Closure', which documents the transformation journey of 42 scientifically closed coal mines. The report showcases successful mine closure and repurposing practices, highlighting structured reclamation processes, ecological restoration initiatives, and sustainable post-mining land utilisation. It also presents India's first comprehensive documentation of scientific mine closure and repurposing practices.
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Which of the following is India's first report on scientific mine closure and repurposing practices?
AAROH is India's first report on scientific mine closure and repurposing practices, documenting the transformation journey of 42 scientifically closed coal mines.
Consider the following statements regarding Mine Closure and Repurposing Practices: 1. The Ministry of Coal has released a report on mine closure practices. 2. 42 coal mines have been scientifically closed in India under the RECLAIM Framework. 3. The L.I.V.E.S. Framework is used for sustainable post-mining land use. How many of the above statements are correct?
Statement 1 is correct because 'AAROH' was released by the Ministry of Coal (fact #10). Statement 2 is incorrect because it mentions RECLAIM Framework, which is not directly related to the number of mines closed in AAROH. Statement 3 is correct because L.I.V.E.S. Framework supports mine closure and repurposing efforts (fact #8).
Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: The Ministry of Coal has released 'AAROH: Annual Report on Mine Closure'. Statement-II: 'AAROH' showcases structured reclamation processes, ecological restoration initiatives, sustainable post-mining land utilisation, and community-oriented interventions. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Statement-1 is correct because 'AAROH: Annual Report on Mine Closure' has been released by the Ministry of Coal. Statement-2 is also correct as it lists various initiatives showcased in AAROH, but it does not explain why the report was released.