Chhattisgarh

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1. What is the capital of Chhattisgarh?Raipur
2. What is the date of statehood?November 1, 2000
3. What is the economic indicators (est. 2023-24)?GSDP: ₹5.09 lakh crore (US$60 billion), Per Capita GSDP: ₹152,348 (US$1,800)
4. What is Chhattisgarh known for?Chhattisgarh is famous for its ancient caves, thick forests, and large coal mines.
5. Why is Chhattisgarh important for India's energy?It has the third‑largest coal reserves in India, which helps power electricity plants and steel factories.

Mauryan Period: An ancient Indian empire that flourished from around 322 to 185 BCE, known for its vast territory and administrative systems.
Maratha Suzerainty: The condition of being under the authority or control of the Maratha rulers, a powerful confederacy in 18th-century India.
Princely States: Semi-autonomous states in British India ruled by Indian princes, who acknowledged British paramountcy in exchange for internal autonomy.
Federal Framework: A system of government where power is divided between a central national government and regional state governments.