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NATO influenced missions issued Samudrayaan to explore reserves of critical mineral
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NATO influenced missions issued Samudrayaan to explore reserves of critical mineral eg. polymelallic nodules.
Critical minerals influence National security :
(i) oil, coal and natural gas are primary components in Indian economy and industry, contributing to India's exports. eg: 55% of India's electricity needs are met by coal.
(iii) India's hold on mineral resources can act as determinant to China's expansion through economic warfare.
(iv) minerals = economic growth = global power
(v) nuclear power = self defense for India
Thus, minerals can help India establish itself as a global leader and economic powerhouse.
Srishti Mishra
Distribution of Key Natural Resources across the world
Critical minerals and their strategic importance
Polymatallic nodules, oil, coal reserves
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analytical and structural
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