GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -The 2002 Commonwealth Games, officially known as the XVII Commonwealth Games and commonly known as Manchester 2002 were held in Manchester, England, from 25 July to 4 August 2002. The Games were considered a success for the host city, providing an event to display how Manchester had changed following the 1996 bombing. More items

Detailed explanation-2: -The £12m opening ceremony to the 2002 Commonwealth Games in Manchester combined pomp with pop. In front of a capacity crowd at the City of Manchester Stadium, Sir Steve Redgrave got things underway with the ceremonial beating of a drum, followed by a spectacular mass dance routine and firework display.