Test your knowledge about Chhattisgarh! Each question is followed by four options, the correct answer, and a short explanation.
1. When was Chhattisgarh formed as a separate state?
A) 1999
B) 2000
C) 2001
D) 2002
Answer: B) 2000
Description: Chhattisgarh was carved out of Madhya Pradesh and became India’s 26th state on 1 November 2000.
2. What is the capital city of Chhattisgarh?
A) Bilaspur
B) Raipur
C) Jagdalpur
D) Durg
Answer: B) Raipur
Description: Raipur is the largest city and serves as the administrative capital of Chhattisgarh.
3. Who was the first Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh?
A) Raman Singh
B) Ajit Jogi
C) Bhupesh Baghel
D) Shyama Charan Shukla
Answer: B) Ajit Jogi
Description: Ajit Jogi served as the first Chief Minister from 2000 to 2003.
4. Which river is known as the lifeline of Chhattisgarh?
A) Narmada
B) Godavari
C) Mahanadi
D) Ganga
Answer: C) Mahanadi
Description: The Mahanadi is the major river that flows through the state, supporting agriculture and livelihoods.
5. What is the official language of Chhattisgarh?
A) Hindi
B) Chhattisgarhi
C) Marathi
D) Odia
Answer: B) Chhattisgarhi
Description: Chhattisgarhi is widely spoken and is the official language of the state.
6. Which national park in Chhattisgarh is known for tigers?
A) Kanha
B) Indravati
C) Bandhavgarh
D) Pench
Answer: B) Indravati
Description: Indravati National Park is a tiger reserve and the only one in Chhattisgarh.
7. What is the state animal of Chhattisgarh?
A) Tiger
B) Wild Buffalo
C) Elephant
D) Deer
Answer: B) Wild Buffalo
Description: The wild water buffalo (Bubalus arnee) is the official state animal.
8. Which city is known as the “Rice Bowl of Chhattisgarh”?
A) Bilaspur
B) Dhamtari
C) Raipur
D) Durg
Answer: B) Dhamtari
Description: Dhamtari is famous for its rice production and is called the “Rice Bowl.”
9. Which waterfall is the highest in Chhattisgarh?
A) Chitrakote
B) Tirathgarh
C) Amritdhara
D) Rajpuri
Answer: A) Chitrakote
Description: Chitrakote Falls on the Indravati River is known as the “Niagara of India.”
10. What is the state dance of Chhattisgarh?
A) Kathak
B) Panthi
C) Garba
D) Lavani
Answer: B) Panthi
Description: Panthi is a traditional folk dance performed by the Satnami community.
11. Who is the current Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh (2025)?
A) Ajit Jogi
B) Bhupesh Baghel
C) Raman Singh
D) T. S. Singh Deo
Answer: B) Bhupesh Baghel
Description: Bhupesh Baghel has served as Chief Minister since 2018.
12. Which mineral is Chhattisgarh the largest producer of in India?
A) Gold
B) Iron Ore
C) Bauxite
D) Coal
Answer: D) Coal
Description: Chhattisgarh has vast coal reserves and is a leading producer in India.
13. What is the famous tribal festival of Chhattisgarh?
A) Diwali
B) Bastar Dussehra
C) Holi
D) Pongal
Answer: B) Bastar Dussehra
Description: Bastar Dussehra is celebrated for 75 days and is unique to the region.
14. Which wildlife sanctuary is famous for crocodiles in Chhattisgarh?
A) Achanakmar
B) Sitanadi
C) Barnawapara
D) Udanti
Answer: B) Sitanadi
Description: Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its crocodile population.
15. What is the state tree of Chhattisgarh?
A) Banyan
B) Sal
C) Mango
D) Neem
Answer: B) Sal
Description: The Sal tree (Shorea robusta) is the state tree of Chhattisgarh.
16. Which Chhattisgarh city is famous for its steel plants?
A) Raipur
B) Korba
C) Bhilai
D) Ambikapur
Answer: C) Bhilai
Description: Bhilai is home to the Bhilai Steel Plant, one of India’s largest.
17. Which plateau is located in Chhattisgarh?
A) Malwa Plateau
B) Chota Nagpur Plateau
C) Deccan Plateau
D) Shillong Plateau
Answer: B) Chota Nagpur Plateau
Description: The Chota Nagpur Plateau extends into northern Chhattisgarh.
18. What is the main occupation of people in Chhattisgarh?
A) Fishing
B) Farming
C) Weaving
D) Pottery
Answer: B) Farming
Description: Agriculture, especially rice cultivation, is the main occupation.
19. Which Chhattisgarh district is known for the Kanger Valley National Park?
A) Bastar
B) Durg
C) Bilaspur
D) Surguja
Answer: A) Bastar
Description: Kanger Valley National Park is located in Bastar district.
20. What is the state bird of Chhattisgarh?
A) Hill Myna
B) Peacock
C) Parrot
D) Sparrow
Answer: A) Hill Myna
Description: The Hill Myna (Gracula religiosa) is the state bird.
21. Which river forms the boundary between Chhattisgarh and Odisha?
A) Indravati
B) Mahanadi
C) Godavari
D) Sabari
Answer: A) Indravati
Description: The Indravati River forms part of the boundary with Odisha.
22. Which city is known as the “Power Hub of Chhattisgarh”?
A) Korba
B) Raigarh
C) Bilaspur
D) Durg
Answer: A) Korba
Description: Korba is famous for its thermal power plants and coal mines.
23. What is the traditional art of Chhattisgarh?
A) Warli
B) Pattachitra
C) Dhokra
D) Madhubani
Answer: C) Dhokra
Description: Dhokra is a form of ancient metal casting art practiced by local tribes.
24. Which Chhattisgarh city is famous for Kosa silk?
A) Raipur
B) Bilaspur
C) Champa
D) Ambikapur
Answer: C) Champa
Description: Champa is renowned for its high-quality Kosa silk production.
25. What is the state flower of Chhattisgarh?
A) Lotus
B) Marigold
C) Rhynchostylis (Fox Tail Orchid)
D) Rose
Answer: C) Rhynchostylis (Fox Tail Orchid)
Description: The Foxtail Orchid is the official state flower of Chhattisgarh.
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