{"id":2757,"date":"2025-04-30T18:09:59","date_gmt":"2025-04-30T12:39:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=2757"},"modified":"2025-10-28T12:49:48","modified_gmt":"2025-10-28T07:19:48","slug":"chhattisgarh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/","title":{"rendered":"Chhattisgarh, Geography, Polity,  Economic Profile, Culture, Art and Craft"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<label class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/label>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #127abf;color:#127abf\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#About_Chhattisgarh\" >About Chhattisgarh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_Geographical_Significance\" >Chhattisgarh Geographical Significance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_Economic_Profile\" >Chhattisgarh Economic Profile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_History\" >Chhattisgarh History<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_Political_and_Legislative_Framework\" >Chhattisgarh Political and Legislative Framework<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_Natural_Features\" >Chhattisgarh Natural Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_National_Parks_and_Tiger_Reserves\" >Chhattisgarh National Parks and Tiger Reserves<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_Wildlife_Sanctuaries\" >Chhattisgarh Wildlife Sanctuaries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_Tribal_Heritage_and_Cultural_Life\" >Chhattisgarh Tribal Heritage and Cultural Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_Mining_and_Mineral_Development\" >Chhattisgarh Mining and Mineral Development<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Related_Articles\" >Related Articles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/chhattisgarh\/#Chhattisgarh_FAQs\" >Chhattisgarh FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><b>Chhattisgarh <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">became a separate state on November 1, 2000, when it was separated from Madhya Pradesh. Located in central India, it covers an area of <\/span><b>135,194 square kilometers<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and according to the 2011 census Chhattisgarh\u00a0 is home to around <\/span><b>2.55 crore people<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making it the <\/span><b>sixteenth most populous <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">state in the country. Although it officially became a state in 2000, Chhattisgarh\u2019s rich history and diverse culture have deep roots that span centuries. It has emerged as a significant cultural, economic, and industrial hub in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2765\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chhatisgard-map.png?resize=239%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"239\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chhatisgard-map.png?resize=239%2C300&amp;ssl=1 239w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chhatisgard-map.png?w=244&amp;ssl=1 244w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 239px) 100vw, 239px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Chhattisgarh Map<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Chhattisgarh\"><\/span><b>About Chhattisgarh<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh is a landlocked state in Central India. <\/span><b>Chhattisgarh<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the tenth largest state in India by area, covering 135194 square kilometers. With a population of approximately 2.55 crores, it ranks sixteenth in terms of population. The state was formed on 1 November 2000 after being separated from Madhya Pradesh, with <\/span><b>Raipur<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as its capital and administrative hub.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2764\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/India-State-of-UT.png?resize=251%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"251\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/India-State-of-UT.png?resize=251%2C300&amp;ssl=1 251w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/India-State-of-UT.png?w=345&amp;ssl=1 345w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 251px) 100vw, 251px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Image Credit:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Maps of India<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known as <\/span><b>Dhan Ka Katora<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (Rice Bowl), Chhattisgarh plays a key role in agriculture, steel, and power production. It contributes about <\/span><b>15% of India\u2019s total steel output<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and is rich in coal reserves and forests. Over <\/span><b>40% of the state<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is under forest cover, making it the third highest in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh borders <\/span><b>seven states<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. While <\/span><b>Chhattisgarhi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is widely spoken, <\/span><b>Hindi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the official language used in administration.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Historically, the region dates back to the 3rd century BCE with the Sitabenga caves, and was ruled by various dynasties including the Haihaiyavansi for 700 years. Later, it came under Maratha and then British control as part of the Central Provinces.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chhattisgarh_Geographical_Significance\"><\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Geographical Significance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of Chhattisgarh&#8217;s standout features is its strategic geographical position. It shares borders with seven other Indian states:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Madhya Pradesh<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the north,<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Maharashtra<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the west,<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Andhra Pradesh <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to the south,<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Telangana<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the south,<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Odisha<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the southeast,<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jharkhand<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the east,<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Uttar Pradesh<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the north-west.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/indian-states-and-their-capitals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">List of Indian States And Their Capitals 2025<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This central location not only makes Chhattisgarh a crucial transit hub but also an area of economic significance, with easy access to both northern and southern India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Raipur<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the capital of Chhattisgarh, is a hub for trade, economy, and administration. While <\/span><b>Chhattisgarhi <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is the native language, Hindi is used for official purposes. Chhattisgarh is a major rice producer due to its fertile land and is known as the &#8220;<\/span><b>Dhan Ka Katora<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8221; (Rice Bowl) of India.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5579 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"400-X-180cdr-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/mains\/upsc-qep-2026-batch-5-english\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/400-X-180cdr-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5579 msDefaultImage\" title=\"400 X 180cdr\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5580 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/qep-pocket-notes-2.0\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/pocket-notes-website-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5580 msDefaultImage\" title=\"pocket-notes-website-400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n                <li style=\"display: none; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-5581 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" data-date=\"2025-10-11 11:47:58\" data-filename=\"web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled-700x300.jpg\" data-slide-type=\"image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/upsc-cse-books\/toppers-handwritten-upsc-pyq-4-books\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"View Slide Details\" class=\"metaslider_image_link\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/web-site-banner-toppers-book.-400x180-1-scaled.jpg?resize=700%2C300&#038;ssl=1\" height=\"300\" width=\"700\" alt=\"\" class=\"slider-5575 slide-5581 msDefaultImage\" title=\"web site banner toppers book. 400x180\" \/><\/a><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chhattisgarh_Economic_Profile\"><\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Economic Profile<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh plays a crucial role in India&#8217;s industrial economy, especially in <\/span><b>steel production <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><b>electricity generation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh is India\u2019s leading producer of steel, contributing <\/span><b>15% to the nation&#8217;s total output<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The state&#8217;s mineral wealth, including vast deposits of coal, iron ore, bauxite, and limestone, is a significant driver of its industrial economy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Bhilai Steel Plant <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is a major contributor to the state&#8217;s steel production.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh is endowed with some of India\u2019s richest mineral resources. It is home to nearly:<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"3\"><b>35,000 million tonnes of coal,<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">around <\/span><b>2,336 million tonnes of iron ore<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"3\"><b>3,580 million tonnes of limestone<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, among others.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bailadila iron ore <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mines, known for their high-quality ore, are key to global exports, particularly to Japan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh is also a major <\/span><b>coal producer <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and has almost all of India\u2019s tin ore deposits. The state&#8217;s mining policies, such as the <\/span><b>Mineral Policy of 2001<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, have attracted both domestic and international investments, making it a <\/span><b>\u201cpower hub\u201d <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for India.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Also Read: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/?p=1616&amp;preview=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Important Battles in Modern History<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chhattisgarh_History\"><\/span><b>Chhattisgarh History<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Chhattisgarh<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, meaning &#8220;thirty-six forts,&#8221; has historical ties to the <\/span><b>Haihaya dynasty <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">of Ratanpur. During British rule, the region comprised <\/span><b>14 princely states <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">under the Eastern States Agency, with Raipur serving as the administrative headquarters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before <\/span><b>November 1, 1956<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the area that now forms Chhattisgarh was part of former Madhya Pradesh. Previously, it belonged to the Central Provinces and Berar, with Nagpur as its capital. After the Constitution of India came into effect, the state was renamedThe demand for separate statehood gained momentum in the <\/span><b>1990s <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with the formation of the <\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Rajya Nirman Manch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, led by <\/span><b>Chandulal Chandrakar<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. With support from major political parties like the INC and the BJP, the movement organized rallies, strikes, and public meetings to push for statehood.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Madhya Pradesh Reorganisation Bill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was passed by the National Democratic Alliance in 2000. The bill received approval from the Madhya Pradesh Assembly, Lok Sabha, and Rajya Sabha, leading to the creation of the state of <\/span><b>Chhattisgarh<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on <\/span><b>1 November 2000<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Unlike the formation of other states such as Jharkhand and Uttarakhand, Chhattisgarh&#8217;s statehood was achieved without any violence, representing a milestone in India&#8217;s democratic and federal journey.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chhattisgarh_Political_and_Legislative_Framework\"><\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Political and Legislative Framework<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The state legislature, known as the <\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, consists of 91 seats, with 90 directly elected and 1 nominated. The state&#8217;s constituencies have been redefined under the Delimitation Act of 2002, influencing both state and national elections. The first assembly elections following this delimitation were held in 2008, impacting elections not only in Chhattisgarh but also in other states like Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In terms of national politics, Chhattisgarh has a total of <\/span><b>11 seats in the Lok Sabha<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Out of these, <\/span><b>6 are General seats<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>1 is reserved for Scheduled Castes <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(SC), and <\/span><b>4 are reserved for Scheduled Tribes <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(ST). The political structure also reflects a strong representation of Scheduled Tribes (ST) and Scheduled Castes (SC), with several constituencies reserved for these groups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Legislative Body Seats in Chhattisgarh:<\/b><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Legislative Body<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Seats in Chhattisgarh<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lok Sabha (Lower House)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>11<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rajya Sabha (Upper House)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>5<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legislative Assembly<\/span><\/td>\n<td><b>91<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chhattisgarh_Natural_Features\"><\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Natural Features<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh is rich in natural beauty, with many important features like rivers, mountain ranges, and dams:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Chhattisgarh Rivers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh is home to several important rivers that significantly influence its geography and culture. Key rivers include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mahanadi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Flows through the central part of the state, forming its primary river basin.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Indravati<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Flows in the southern part, supporting the Deccan Plateau.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Godavari<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Serves the southern zone of the state with its tributaries.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Narmada<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Originates from the state\u2019s northern borders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kole<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Flows near the capital city, Raipur.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Arpa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Flows through Bilaspur.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Maniyari<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Passes through Taalagaon.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sondhul, Pairi<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Meet at Rajim, an important pilgrimage site.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hasdeo \u2013 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flows in the central and eastern parts of the state, contributing to the Mahanadi basin.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2763\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Chhatisgard-river.png?resize=226%2C276&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"226\" height=\"276\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Chhattisgarh Mountain Passes<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh, located in central India has some notable hill ranges and passes. Here are some points about the mountain passes in Chhattisgarh:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kanker Hills<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Located in Kanker district, these hills have passes connecting the plains to higher regions, aiding regional travel.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Maikal Hills Passes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Situated in the northern part of Chhattisgarh, part of the Satpura Range, the Maikal range features passes linking Chhattisgarh to Madhya Pradesh, part of the central Indian plateau.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dongargarh Pass<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: In Rajnandgaon district, near the Vaishno Devi temple, small passes connect the plains to hilltops.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Amar Kutir Pass<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Located in Bastar district, it connects forested areas and hills, with several passes leading into and out of the region.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>3. Chhattisgarh Dams<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh boasts several dams that support its irrigation and power generation needs. Here are the some major dams in Chhattisgarh:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hasdeo Bango (Minimata) Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Hydroelectric and irrigation, Hasdeo River, Korba, Mahanadi Basin, completed in 1990.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sondur Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Hydroelectric and irrigation, Mahanadi River, Dhamtari, Mahanadi Basin, completed in 1988.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tandula Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Hydroelectric and irrigation, Durg, Mahanadi Basin, completed in 1912.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kherkatta Dam \u2013 <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irrigation, Mahanadi Basin, under construction.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Ravishankar Sagar Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Irrigation, Mahanadi River, Dhamtari, Mahanadi Basin, completed in 1979.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gokuldas Dam &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irrigation, Ganga Basin, completed in 1972.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Maharajpur Dam &#8211;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Irrigation, Koriya District, Mahanadi Basin, under construction.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Jumka Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Hydroelectric and irrigation, Gej River, Baikunthpur, Mahanadi Basin, completed in 1981.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bhatra Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Irrigation, Surguja, Mahanadi Basin, completed in 1988.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gej Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Irrigation, Koriya, Mahanadi Basin, completed in 2002.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kesanpal Dam<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Irrigation, Bastar, Godavari Basin, completed in 1982.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chhattisgarh_National_Parks_and_Tiger_Reserves\"><\/span><b>Chhattisgarh National Parks and Tiger Reserves<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh is rich in biodiversity, with several <\/span><b>national parks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>protected areas<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Some of the notable ones are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Achanakmar National Park &amp; Tiger Reserve<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Chhattisgarh &amp; Madhya Pradesh<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Part of the <\/span><b>Biosphere Reserve<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it is famous for its <\/span><b>tiger reserves<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and lush forests.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Flora<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sal, bamboo<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Fauna<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bengal tiger, leopard, gaur, chital, nilgai, blackbuck, chinkara<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sanjay (Guru Ghasidas) National Park &amp; Tiger Reserve<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Chhattisgarh &amp; Madhya Pradesh<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Flora<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Dry deciduous forests, Sal<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Fauna<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bengal tiger, Indian leopard, spotted deer, sambar deer<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Indravati Tiger Reserve &amp; National Park<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Chhattisgarh<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Flora<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bamboo, sal, teak<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Fauna<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Gaur, wild water buffalo, tigers, pangolins, rhesus monkeys<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Kanger Valley National Park<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Bastar region, Chhattisgarh<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kanger is a <\/span><b>UNESCO<\/b> <b>Biosphere Reserve<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, famous for its tiger reserves and rich wildlife, including the <\/span><b>Indian wild buffalo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Flora<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sal, teak, bamboo<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Fauna<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Tigers, leopards, sloth bear, rhesus macaque<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chhattisgarh_Wildlife_Sanctuaries\"><\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Wildlife Sanctuaries<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Badalkhol Wildlife Sanctuary: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Ramgarh Hills, tiger corridor between Achanakmar TR &amp; Palamau TR.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Barnawapara Wildlife Sanctuary: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bounded by the Mahanadi and Jonk rivers.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bhairamgarh Wildlife Sanctuary: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protects Wild Asian Buffalo, separated by the Indravati River.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bhoramdev Wildlife Sanctuary: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tiger corridor between Kanha TR &amp; Achanakmar TR.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pamed Wild Buffalo Wildlife Sanctuary: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located in Dantewada district.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"metaslider-id-5575\" style=\"width: 100%;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-107-0 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-5575 ml-slider has-dots-nav ms-theme-default-base\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"New Slideshow\" data-height=\"300\" data-width=\"700\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_5575\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_5575\">\n            <ul aria-live='off' class='slides'>\n                <li style=\"display: block; 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These communities preserve their traditional lifestyles, languages, customs, and beliefs, contributing to a vibrant cultural heritage. The state&#8217;s folk music, dances, and festivals reflect this cultural richness. &#8220;<\/span><b>Raut Nacha<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,&#8221; performed by the Gonds, and &#8220;<\/span><b>Sua Nacha<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,&#8221; a women\u2019s dance, are prominent dance forms. Accompanied by lively songs, these dances narrate stories of the land, seasons, and animals, and are central to local rituals and celebrations, showcasing the deep-rooted tribal traditions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2762\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Raut-nach.png?resize=300%2C141&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Raut-nach.png?resize=300%2C141&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Raut-nach.png?w=372&amp;ssl=1 372w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Image: Raut Nach<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2761\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sua-nach.png?resize=300%2C200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sua-nach.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Sua-nach.png?w=363&amp;ssl=1 363w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Image: Sua Nach<\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>Chhattisgarh&#8217;s Traditional Arts and Crafts<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh&#8217;s traditional <\/span><b>arts and crafts <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">also play a significant role in its cultural identity. From intricate bell metal work and <\/span><b>Dokra art <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to the exquisite terracotta sculptures, the artisans of Chhattisgarh continue to create pieces that reflect the region\u2019s deep connection to nature and tradition. Local festivals, such as the famous &#8220;<\/span><b>Bastar Dussehra<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,&#8221; are celebrated with great enthusiasm, showcasing the state&#8217;s rich folklore and tribal customs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2760\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dokra-art.png?resize=240%2C241&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"241\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dokra-art.png?w=240&amp;ssl=1 240w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Dokra-art.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Image: Dokra Art<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2759\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bastar-Dussera.png?resize=300%2C198&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bastar-Dussera.png?resize=300%2C198&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Bastar-Dussera.png?w=351&amp;ssl=1 351w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Image: Bastar Dussehra<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chhattisgarh_Mining_and_Mineral_Development\"><\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Mining and Mineral Development<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mining is a crucial part of Chhattisgarh\u2019s identity, with the <\/span><b>Chhattisgarh Mineral Development Corporation Ltd. (CMDC)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> leading efforts in exploration, exploitation, and trade of minerals. The state&#8217;s rich deposits of <\/span><b>coal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>iron ore<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>limestone <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">have fueled industrial growth, making it a key hub for steel, cement, and power industries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chhattisgarh\u2019s supportive mineral policies attract both domestic and international investments, ensuring a secure and transparent environment for mining. With skilled labor in geophysics, mining engineering, and environmental science, the industry thrives sustainably.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Are you preparing for UPSC 2025?<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/courses\/prelims\/prelims-samadhaan-mentorship-2025?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=home_page&amp;utm_campaign=course\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join IAShub&#8217;s UPSC coaching batches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to boost your preparation. 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id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1746014382\"><div id=\"sp-ea-2758\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"1\" data-scroll-active-item=\"1\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div id=\"eap-preloader-2758\" class=\"accordion-preloader\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/theiashub.com\/upsc\/wp-content\/plugins\/easy-accordion-free\/public\/assets\/ea_loader.svg\" alt=\"Loader image\"\/><\/div><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-27580\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse27580\" aria-controls=\"collapse27580\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> When did Chhattisgarh become a separate state?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse27580\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2758\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-27580\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Chhattisgarh became a separate state on November 1, 2000, after being carved out from Madhya Pradesh.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-27581\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse27581\" aria-controls=\"collapse27581\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are the main minerals found in Chhattisgarh?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse27581\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2758\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-27581\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Chhattisgarh is rich in minerals like coal, iron ore, limestone, bauxite, and dolomite, making it a key industrial region in India.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-27582\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse27582\" aria-controls=\"collapse27582\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are the prominent tribes in Chhattisgarh?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse27582\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2758\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-27582\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The major tribes of Chhattisgarh include the Gonds, Baiga, Korba, Abhuj Maria, Bisonhorn Maria, and many others who maintain their unique customs and traditions.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-27583\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse27583\" aria-controls=\"collapse27583\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What is the main language spoken in Chhattisgarh?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse27583\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2758\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-27583\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Chhattisgarhi is the native language of the region, but Hindi is widely spoken and used for official communication across the state.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-27584\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse27584\" aria-controls=\"collapse27584\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are the major industries in Chhattisgarh?<\/a><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse27584\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-2758\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-27584\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The major industries in Chhattisgarh include steel, cement, power generation, and mining, all supported by the state\u2019s rich mineral resources.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chhattisgarh became a separate state on November 1, 2000, when it was separated from Madhya Pradesh. Located in central India, it covers an area of 135,194 square kilometers and according to the 2011 census Chhattisgarh\u00a0 is home to around 2.55 crore people, making it the sixteenth most populous state in the country. 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