UPSC Prelims 2016 · GS Paper 1 · Q62
Economy
Medium · District Mineral Foundation
Consider the following purposes of 'District Mineral Foundations' (DMF) in India:
1. To promote mineral exploration in the district
2. To protect the interests of persons and areas affected by mining related operations
3. To authorise state governments to issue mineral exploration licences
Which of the above is/are an actual purpose of a DMF?