UPSC Prelims Practice Questions — Ministry of Coal’s Year End Review-2025

Q1. With reference to the coal-production figures reported in the Ministry of Coal's Year End Review-2025, consider the following statements: 1. All-India coal production in FY 2024-25 was 1047.523 MT. 2. Coal production in Calendar Year 2025 was 1042.90 MT. 3. Production from captive and commercial mines in CY 2025 was 203.70 MT. 4. FY 2024-25 production registered a decline of about 4.98% over the previous year. Which of the above is/are correctly identified?

  1. All-India coal production in FY 2024-25 was 1047.523 MT.
  2. Coal production in Calendar Year 2025 was 1042.90 MT.
  3. Production from captive and commercial mines in CY 2025 was 203.70 MT.
  4. FY 2024-25 production registered a decline of about 4.98% over the previous year.
  • A. 1 and 2 only
  • B. 1, 2 and 3
  • C. 2, 3 and 4
  • D. 1 and 4 only

Q2. As per the Ministry of Coal's Year End Review-2025, which one of the following figures represents India's highest-ever annual coal production?

  • A. FY 2023-24 at 997.826 MT
  • B. FY 2024-25 at 1047.523 MT
  • C. CY 2025 at 1042.90 MT
  • D. FY 2013-14 at 565.77 MT

Q3. The CoalSETU window, approved by the CCEA in December 2025, was created as a new window within which existing policy framework?

  • A. NRS (Non-Regulated Sector) Linkage Policy
  • B. Revised SHAKTI Policy
  • C. New Coal Distribution Policy
  • D. Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act, 2015

Q4. With reference to the CoalSETU window approved in December 2025, consider the following: 1. Coal linkages are allocated on an auction basis for the long term. 2. Linkage holders may export up to 50% of their coal linkage quantity. 3. Coking coal is offered as a priority category under this window. 4. Resale of coal within the country is barred. Which of the above is NOT correct?

  1. Coal linkages are allocated on an auction basis for the long term.
  2. Linkage holders may export up to 50% of their coal linkage quantity.
  3. Coking coal is offered as a priority category under this window.
  4. Resale of coal within the country is barred.
  • A. 1 only
  • B. 3 only
  • C. 2 and 4
  • D. 1 and 3

Q5. The Revised SHAKTI Policy for coal allocation to the power sector, notified in 2025, was accorded approval by which one of the following authorities?

  • A. Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs
  • B. Ministry of Power acting alone
  • C. Coal India Limited Board only
  • D. NITI Aayog Governing Council

Q6. In the context of coal linkage allocation, the acronym 'SHAKTI' stands for which one of the following?

  • A. Scheme for Harnessing and Allocating Koyala Transparently in India
  • B. Scheme for Harmonised Allocation of Koyala to Thermal Industries
  • C. Strategic Handling and Allocation of Koyala for Thermal Infrastructure
  • D. Scheme for Higher Access to Koyala Through Investment

Q7. Which one of the following was the first legislation to nationalise the coal-mining industry in India, placing it under public-sector control?

  • A. Coal Mines (Nationalisation) Act, 1973
  • B. Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act, 2015
  • C. Mineral Laws (Amendment) Act, 2020
  • D. Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957

Q8. The removal of end-use restrictions on coal blocks, opening the sector to unrestricted commercial mining, was brought about principally by which Act?

  • A. Mineral Laws (Amendment) Act, 2020
  • B. Coal Mines (Nationalisation) Act, 1973
  • C. Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition) Act, 1957
  • D. Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act, 2015

Q9. In which year did the Ministry of Coal issue allocation orders for 33 coal mines carrying a combined Peak Rated Capacity of 49.54 MTPA, as reported in the Year End Review?

  • A. 2023
  • B. 2024
  • C. 2025
  • D. 2026

Q10. Regarding the 33 coal mines for which allocation orders were issued in CY 2025, consider the following statements: 1. They have a combined Peak Rated Capacity of 49.54 MTPA. 2. They are projected to attract capital investment of more than Rs. 7,430 crore. 3. They carry an employment potential of about 66,980 persons. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. They have a combined Peak Rated Capacity of 49.54 MTPA.
  2. They are projected to attract capital investment of more than Rs. 7,430 crore.
  3. They carry an employment potential of about 66,980 persons.
  • A. 1 and 2 only
  • B. 2 and 3 only
  • C. 1 and 3 only
  • D. 1, 2 and 3

Q11. As per the Ministry of Coal's Year End Review-2025, the Ministry secured 1st position under the Swachhata Special Campaign 5.0 in which one of the following categories?

  • A. Space Freed
  • B. Revenue Generated from scrap
  • C. Files Weeded Out
  • D. Public Grievances Redressed

Q12. Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) functions as a joint venture in which the majority (51%) equity stake is held by which one of the following?

  • A. Government of Telangana
  • B. Coal India Limited
  • C. Government of India (Ministry of Coal)
  • D. NLC India Limited