India has abundant natural r&ources—substantiate the statement.

India  is an abundant country when it comes to natural resources. There is rich quality of soil, lush green forests, rivers, mountain ranges, minerals deposits, etc. The Indo-Gangetic plains are one of the most fertile, intensively cultivated regions in the world. The black soil of the Deccan Plateau is fertile for cotton cultivation. India’s forests’ provides as natural habitat for its wildlife and meets various industrial needs of its people by supplying raw materials. Large deposits of iron-ore, coal and natural gas is found in the country. India accounts for 20% of world’s iron-ore reserves. Bauxite, gold, diamond, lead, zinc, copper, etc. are also available in different parts of the country.

India is fortunate enough to have abundant natural resources. It comprises rich and fertile soil, plenty of rivers and tributaries, green forests, mineral deposits, mountains, etc. The Indo-Gangetic plains are the most fertile, densely populated, and cultivated plains in the world. It stretches from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal. The black soil of the Deccan Plateau is suitable for the cultivation of cotton in the country. India's lush green forests serve as a natural cover for the majority of the population. India holds more than 20 % of the world's total iron ore reserves. There are mountain ranges that facilitate the operation of the mini hydel plants. It also has a vast variety of flora of 15,000 species of plants. The country is also endowed with numerous minerals that are found under the earth's surface like coal, natural gas, copper, diamonds, etc.