A
1 only
B
2 only
C
Both 1 and 2
D
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect because the MMDR Act, 1957 is administered by the Ministry of Mines, not the MoEFCC. Statement 2 is correct since states collect royalty on minerals extracted within their territories under the provisions of the Act.
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