Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill passes in Parliament on August 13, 2026
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Why in news
The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 was passed to balance national mineral growth with federal rights over resources.
Background
The bill was passed on August 13, 2026. It specifically targets major minerals while leaving minor minerals under the absolute control of State governments. The primary objective is to ensure growth and equitability in the mining ecosystem.
Facts for Prelims
- Act / BillMines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026
- FactThe amendment applies only to major minerals; minor minerals remain under State control.
- PostG. Kishan Reddy is the Union Minister for Coal and Mines.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 in balancing industrial growth with federalism in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- federal-state resource distribution
- industrial growth vs environmental equity
- regulatory framework for major minerals
Keywords: federalism · resource equity · regulatory framework · industrial growth
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