Rare Earth Elements (REE)

India's Rank

3rd globally

Reserves

6.9 million tonnes REO

Global Leaders

1. China
2. Brazil
3. India

What are REEs?

• Group of 17 metallic elements
• Essential for:
  • EV batteries
  • Wind turbines
  • Electronics
  • Defence equipment
  • Missiles
  • Semiconductors

UPSC Themes

• Critical Minerals
• Energy Transition
• Strategic Resources