Minerals are still owned by the state even if discovered from a private land.
A)Yes, provided the land is not titled.
B)Yes, because the constitution so provides.
C)No, if the land is titled to a private person.
D)No, it will violate property and property rights.

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In many jurisdictions, the constitution or specific laws provide that subsoil minerals (such as oil, gas, and minerals) are owned by the state, regardless of whether the land above is privately owned. This is based on the principle that natural resources, particularly those considered critical or strategic, should be managed or controlled by the state for the benefit of all its citizens.

Minerals Are Still Owned by the State Even If Discovered