Consider the following statements 1. Birbhum is identified as an area for sand mining. 2. Exploration of coal bed methane is taking place in West Bengal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Answer: Option C

Many areas for sand mining in West Midnapore, Birbhum and East Bardhaman are identified. Exploration of natural gas resources also known as Coal Bed Methane is taking place along the coal mines in West Bengal.