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Detailed explanation-1: -512. Which Indian state/UT has inaugurated the ‘Rajiv Gandhi Rural Olympic Games’? Explanation: Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurated a month-long Rajiv Gandhi Rural Olympic Games in Jodhpur.

Detailed explanation-2: -In Rajasthan, Rajiv Gandhi Rural Olympic Games have started in more than 11,000 panchayats this morning. Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot inaugurated the games at the state-level function organised at Pal Panchayat of Luni block in Jodhpur district.

Detailed explanation-3: -On October 20, 2022, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot concluded the Rajiv Gandhi Rural Olympic Games, which started from Luni Panchayat Samiti of Jodhpur in the state from August 29, at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.

Detailed explanation-4: -UPSC Mains. Q. Which state announced ‘Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award’ and ‘Rajiv Gandhi Rural Olympics’? Notes: Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot announced that the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award will be introduced in the state for sportspersons.

Detailed explanation-5: -Also popular as Rural Olympics, this event takes place annually in Kila Raipur, Punjab, India. Various Punjabi rural sports, including cart races, athletic events, and tug of war, are held during this event.