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Which of these individuals was NOT awarded the Padma Shri in 2024?
Which of these individuals was NOT awarded the Padma Shri in 2024?
Who won the 'Orange Cap' in the Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League (CCPL) 2024?
Who won the 'Orange Cap' in the Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League (CCPL) 2024?
In which location was Chhattisgarh's first Rain Water Harvesting Park established?
In which location was Chhattisgarh's first Rain Water Harvesting Park established?
Which of the following was NOT a recipient of the State Bhartendu Award 2023-24?
Which of the following was NOT a recipient of the State Bhartendu Award 2023-24?
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When did the 'Jagar 2024' handloom and handicraft exhibition commence?
When did the 'Jagar 2024' handloom and handicraft exhibition commence?
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Which organization received the 'India Green Energy Award 2024'?
Which organization received the 'India Green Energy Award 2024'?
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What was the theme of the 'Rajeev Kumbh Kalp 2024' event?
What was the theme of the 'Rajeev Kumbh Kalp 2024' event?
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What was the overall ranking of Chhattisgarh in the Sixth Khelo India Youth Games 2024?
What was the overall ranking of Chhattisgarh in the Sixth Khelo India Youth Games 2024?
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What is the primary function of the 'Manpasand' Application?
What is the primary function of the 'Manpasand' Application?
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Which scheme was launched to benefit people from government schemes?
Which scheme was launched to benefit people from government schemes?
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Which of the following is true about the Chhattisgarh Lok Sabha Election 2024?
Which of the following is true about the Chhattisgarh Lok Sabha Election 2024?
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When was the 'Krishak Unnati Yojna' launched?
When was the 'Krishak Unnati Yojna' launched?
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Which project is associated with the development of a tourism corridor in Chhattisgarh?
Which project is associated with the development of a tourism corridor in Chhattisgarh?
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What notable feature does the Guru Ghasidas Tamor Tiger Reserve hold?
What notable feature does the Guru Ghasidas Tamor Tiger Reserve hold?
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Who was appointed as the new President of Chhattisgarh Athletics Association?
Who was appointed as the new President of Chhattisgarh Athletics Association?
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Which village was chosen for the United Nations World Tourism Organization Best Tourism Villages program?
Which village was chosen for the United Nations World Tourism Organization Best Tourism Villages program?
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Study Notes
Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC)
- Current CGPSC chairperson: Shrimati Rita Chandilay
- Former CGPSC chairperson: Dr. Praveen Verma
- First CGPSC chairperson: Shri Mohan Shukla
Initiatives and Events
- Chhattisgarh's first Rain Water Harvesting Park: Located in Arang, Raipur
- National Matthai Championship 2024: Held in Assam from May 25th to 30th
- Chhattisgarh Cricket Premier League (CCPL) 2024: Won by Raipur Raino, with Bilaspur Bulls as the runner-up. Ashish Chouhan won the Purple Cap and Ashutosh Singh won the Orange Cap.
- Sixth Khelo India Youth Games 2024: Chhattisgarh won 8 medals (6 silver and 2 bronze), placing 25th in the overall ranking.
- National Matthai Championship 2024: Chhattisgarh won 7 medals (4 gold and 3 bronze). Samidha Agrawal won the gold medal.
- Rajeev Kumbh Kalp 2024: Held from February 24th to March 8th, showcasing Rajiv Gandhi's principles.
- Jajal Dev Lok Mahotsav: Held in Mahasamund
- Jagar 2024: Handloom and handicraft exhibition held in Pandri, Raipur. Inaugurated on March 10th, 2024 by Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel.
- Chhattisgarh Youth Science Conference: Held on February 26th and 27th in Raipur.
Awards and Recognition
- Padma Shri 2024: Awarded to Hemchand Manjhi (medical field), Ramlal Bareth (art), and Jageshwar Yadav (known as 'Birahor's brother').
- India Green Energy Award 2024: Awarded to Chhattisgarh Biofuel Development Authority
- Sangeet Natak Akademi Award 2022: Awarded to Purnima Tiwari (Folk singer)
- Prime Minister National Child Award 2024: Awarded to Arman Urani (from Bilaspur), who has written three books.
- State Bhartendu Award 2023-24: Awarded to **Arnav Singh (Sarguja), Om Upadhyay (Durg), Premchand Sahu (Raipur), and Lokesh Sahu (Raipur) **.
- Ustad Bismillah Khan Award: Awarded to Sapriya Pushpa Nishad (Pandavani singer).
Schemes and Politics
- 'One Tree, One Mother' Tree Plantation Campaign: Launched on July 11th 2024 in Chhattisgarh; nationwide launch was on June 5th 2024 (World Environment Day).
- 'Nai Chetna Gender Abhiyan 2.0': This campaign is led by Chhattisgarh's Women and Child Development Department.
- 'Ek Yudh Nashe Ke Virudh': Launched to curb drug addiction among children in Chhattisgarh.
- 'Krishak Unnati Yojna': Launched on March 12th 2024 in Balod District.
- 'Niyat Nilanar' Scheme: Launched on February 15th 2024 to benefit people from government schemes.
- PM SHRI School Yojana: Launched in Chhattisgarh on February 19th 2024 in 211 schools.
- 'Tri-Net' Application: Developed by Chhattisgarh Police Department to track CCTV locations.
- 'Manpasand' Application: Launched by Chhattisgarh Excise Department to allow people to order liquor online
- 'Manpasand' App: Launched by the Chhattisgarh Excise Department. This app allows people to order liquor online.
Other Facts
- Chhattisgarh Lok Sabha Election 2024: Total voters: 2,51,32,52. Out of these, 1,18,40,05 were male voters and 1,33,21,115 were female voters.
- Chhattisgarh Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Sher Dana in Korea district recorded 100% voter turnout (5 voters).
- Shrimati Mmata Chandrakar was dismissed as the Vice-Chancellor of Indira Kala Sangeet Vishwavidyalaya, Khairagarh under Section 17A of the University Act, 1956, becoming the first woman in Chhattisgarh to be dismissed in this manner.
- Guru Ghasidas Tamor Tiger Reserve: Declared as the 5th tiger reserve in India.
- India's first Lithium mine: Will begin operations in Katghora, Korba District.
- World's 10 Largest Coal Mines (July 2024) - Chhattisgarh has two coal mines in this list: Gevra Coal Mine (2nd) and Kusmunda Coal Mine (4th).
- Chhattisgarh's first and largest Twin Tunnel: Under construction as part of the Bharatmala Project, connecting Raipur to Visakhapatnam.
- Dhudhmaran Village (Bastar) was chosen by the United Nations World Tourism Organization for their Best Tourism Villages program. It was selected among the top 20 villages from 60 countries.
- Tourism Corridor Development: The Chhattisgarh government has approved the development of a tourism corridor in Bastar.
- 'Solar Solutions' App: Related to Chhattisgarh Renewable Energy Development Agency (CREDA).
- Mahendra Ahuja was appointed as the new President of Chhattisgarh Athletics Association.
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Test your knowledge of the latest events related to the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission in 2024. This quiz covers important initiatives, championships, and outcomes that have made headlines. From the first Rain Water Harvesting Park to the Khelo India Youth Games, find out how well you know these developments.
