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NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2016 Shift 2 📅 02 Apr, 2016

The oldest oil field in Asia is located in -

A
Gujarat
B
Assam
C
Arunachal Pradesh
D
Nagaland
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NTPC Graduate Tier 1
2016 • 02 Apr, 2016 • Shift 2
The oldest oil field in Asia is located in -
Correct Answer
Assam
Historical Discovery: The commercial discovery of oil in Asia first occurred during the late 19th century under British colonial rule.Location specifics: The Di......
Ref/Book : NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2016
Ref. Subject Geography
Chapter -
Ref. Topic Economic Geography
Pg. No -
💡 Analysis & Explanation
Historical Discovery ▼
The commercial discovery of oil in Asia first occurred during the late 19th century under British colonial rule.
Location specifics ▼
The Digboi oil field, discovered in 1889, holds the record for being the oldest operational oil well in Asia.
Geographical Affiliation ▼
Digboi is located in the northeastern Indian state of Assam.
Conclusion ▼
Assam is correctly identified as the location of Asia's oldest oil field.
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