Which of the following states is the oldest producer of oil?

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Arunachal Pradesh

Assam

Andhra Pradesh

Gujarat

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Assam is the oldest oil-producing state in India.
Oil and gas are the fossil fuels found in some states of India. Assam is the oldest oil-producing state in India, and other states, Arunachal Pradesh, Gujarat, and Andhra Pradesh, are not the correct option. Digboi, Naharkatiya and Moran-Hugrijan are the vital oil fields in the state. Mumbai High, Gujarat and Assam are major petroleum production areas in India. Ankleshwar is the most crucial field in Gujarat. The largest oilfield in India is Bombay High which is operated and managed by ONGC. Government companies like ONGC have a significant share in oil and gas production, and the private sector has a share of about 30%.

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