Question

In which one of the following states are the major oil fields located?

Options

• Assam

• Rajasthan

• Bihar

• Tamil Nadu

Answer 1

Assam

Explanation:

Assam is the oldest oil-producing state in India and houses some of the country’s most major onshore oil fields. Commercial oil extraction in India began in the Brahmaputra Valley of Assam with the discovery of Digboi, which remains the country’s oldest operational oil well. Other major oil fields located in this region include Naharkatiya and Moran-Hugrijan.