Topic: Resource bases available for Economic Development of Jharkhand and Uttranchal.

The Central Government has provided big amounts to them in the name of developmental assistance after the creation of separate states Jharkhand and Uttranchal for their administration and economy. Naturally available abundant resources with both the states are also helpful in their economic progress. Uttaranchal is a hilly state, carved out of Uttar Pradesh, which has many natural and forest resources. Tourism has contributed a lot in its development. It produces hydro-electricity in abundance.

On the other hand Jharkhand carved out of Bihar is mainly area with rocks and hills, having many minerals under them. Jharkhand is considered with resources of mineral as one of the richest state. Thus it can be said that Both states having various types of natural resources, have bright prospects of economic growth, if it is well planned and directed, henceforth not achieved due to political reasons.

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