Q24
Which of the rock formations in India is the richest in fossil content?
A.
Rift Valley
B.
Delta
C.
Gondwana
AnswerD.
None of Above
Answer: Option C
Solution
Answer: Option C
Solution:
The Marine Gondwana Fossil Park is a unique exposure of fossiliferous marine Permian rocks of the Talchir formation dating back to around 280-240 million years ago. Located in the Manendragarh area of Chattisgarh’s Koriya district, the fossil faunal assemblage is indicative of the transgression of sea in this part of India about 20 crores of years ago.