TLDR;
Alright, so this session is all about cracking some important GK questions relevant for railway exams and other competitive exams. The educator discusses homework questions, covers topics from history to geography to current affairs, and even throws in some science. Plus, there's a bit about how to snag a Testbook Superpass with a coupon code.
- Homework question on official language of Daman and Diu.
- Discussion on various GK questions covering history, geography, and current affairs.
- Information on how to enroll in Testbook Superpass with a coupon code for discounts.
Greetings and Channel Introduction [0:24]
The educator greets everyone and welcomes new viewers, encouraging them to subscribe. She mentions a homework question to start with and introduces Testbook Superpass Live, highlighting the option to enroll for 1 or 3 months. Using the coupon code "RIA" will reduce the price of the Testbook Superpass Live plans.
Homework Question: Official Language of Daman and Diu [2:01]
The homework question asks about the official language of Daman and Diu. The options are Gujarati, Tamil, Assamese, and Urdu. The correct answer is Gujarati.
Question: Horse of Maharana Pratap [2:44]
The question is about the name of Maharana Pratap's horse. The correct answer is Chetak, which is option B. This is related to the Battle of Haldighati.
Question: Ozone Layer Thickness [3:17]
The question asks where the ozone layer is thicker. The correct answer is at the poles compared to the equator.
Question: Fundamental Rights in the Constitution [4:02]
The question is about Part 3 of the Constitution, which deals with fundamental rights, specifically Articles 12-35. It asks which of the given options is a fundamental right. The correct answer is the right to freedom of religion. The right to work is not a fundamental right. Articles 19-22 cover the right to freedom, 23-24 cover the right against exploitation, 25-28 cover religious freedom, and 29-30 cover the rights of minorities.
Question: Autonomous Maritime Vessel Construction [6:22]
The question asks in which state the first autonomous maritime vessel construction and system center will be established by Sagar Defence Engineering. The correct answer is Andhra Pradesh, which is option C.
Question: Cause of Tetanus [7:09]
The question is about what causes tetanus. Tetanus is caused by Clostridium tetani. The correct answer is rust-contaminated objects entering the body through open wounds, which is option C.
Question: "Back to the Vedas" Slogan [8:00]
The question asks who gave the slogan "Back to the Vedas." The correct answer is Swami Dayanand Saraswati. Arya Samaj was founded on April 7, 1875.
Question: Mount St. Helens Location [10:18]
The question asks where Mount St. Helens is located. The correct answer is Washington, USA, which is option C. The educator also mentions military exercises between India and the USA, such as Yudh Abhyas and Tiger Triumph, and mentions exercise Kob Shrankhla.
Question: Responsibility of the Election Commission of India [12:01]
The question is about the responsibilities of the Election Commission of India. The Election Commission of India was formed on January 25, 1950, which is why January 25 is celebrated as National Voters Day. The Election Commission consists of one CEC (Chief Election Commissioner) and two ECs (Election Commissioners). The current CEC is Gyanesh Kumar, and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu is also mentioned. The question asks which elections are NOT conducted by the Election Commission of India. The correct answer is Panchayat elections, which is option D.
Question: Gender Budgeting in India [14:51]
The question asks in which year gender budgeting was formally adopted by the Indian government. The correct answer is 2005-2006.
Question: First Indian Athlete to Receive Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award [16:42]
The question is about the first Indian athlete to receive the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award. The correct answer is Viswanathan Anand. The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, now known as the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, was started in 1991-92.
Question: First Speaker of the Lok Sabha [18:06]
The question asks who was the first speaker of the Lok Sabha. The correct answer is G.V. Mavalankar. He is known as the Father of the Lok Sabha, a title given to him by Jawaharlal Nehru. He became the first speaker of the Lok Sabha in 1952.
Question: McMahon Line [19:23]
The question is about the McMahon Line. The McMahon Line is a boundary line between India and China. It is the result of a treaty signed in 1914. The Radcliffe Line is between India and Pakistan.
Question: Law-Making Authority for Economic and Social Planning [20:06]
The question asks who has the authority to make laws for economic and social planning in India. The correct answer is both the central and state governments.
Question: Landing Site for Chandrayaan-4 Mission [21:03]
The question is about the landing site identified by ISRO for its upcoming Chandrayaan-4 mission. The correct answer is Mons Mutus region.
Question: Jarawa Tribe Location [21:57]
The question asks where the Jarawa tribe is found. The correct answer is Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Question: Smallest National Park of India [22:29]
The question is about the smallest national park in India. The correct answer is South Button National Park, located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Question: Establishment of the Asiatic Society of Bengal [22:59]
The question asks who founded the Asiatic Society of Bengal. The correct answer is Sir William Jones, who established it on January 15, 1784, in Fort William, Kolkata.
Question: Location of Kolar Gold Fields [24:23]
The question asks in which state the Kolar Gold Fields are located. The correct answer is Karnataka.
Question: Impeachment of the President of India [25:03]
The question is about where the impeachment of the President of India can be initiated. The correct answer is either house of the Parliament.
Question: Target Year for Full Literacy in Bihar [26:17]
The question asks by which year Bihar aims to achieve full literacy according to the 2024 vision document. The correct answer is 2030. The current literacy rate of Bihar, according to the 2011 census, is 61.8%. The current Governor of Bihar is Syed Ata Husnain.
Question: William Jones Cup Relation to Which Sport [27:56]
The question asks which sport is the William Jones Cup related to. The correct answer is basketball.
Question: Gurkha War Year [28:41]
The question is about the Gurkha War, which took place in 1815-16. The correct answer is Kathmandu, Nepal. It was an Anglo-Nepalese war.
Question: Deepest Gorge in the World [29:33]
The question asks which is the deepest gorge in the world. The correct answer is Kali Gandaki Gorge, which is located in Nepal.
Question: Drafting of the Indian Constitution [30:49]
The question is about the drafting of the Indian Constitution. The correct answer is B.N. Rao.
Question: AI Preneurs of India Book Launch [31:35]
The question asks which organization launched the book "AI Preneurs of India" at the India AI Impact Expo 2024.
Question: Language Not Spoken in Mesopotamia [32:28]
The question asks which of the following was NOT a language of Mesopotamia. The correct answer is Elamite.
Question: Morley-Minto Reforms Act [33:33]
The question asks when the Morley-Minto Reforms Act, also known as the Indian Councils Act, was passed. The correct answer is 1909.
Question: Madurai City River [33:54]
The question asks on which river the city of Madurai is situated. The correct answer is Vaigai River. The Meenakshi Amman Temple is also located in Madurai, Tamil Nadu.
Question: Resignation of the President of India [34:38]
The question asks to whom the President of India submits their resignation. The correct answer is the Vice President. The Vice President then gives it to Rashtrapati.
Question: Agreement with Eastern Nagaland People's Organisation [35:40]
The question is about an agreement signed by the Indian government with the Nagaland government and the Eastern Nagaland People's Organisation to create what within the state.
Question: World Water Day Facts [36:34]
The question asks which statement about World Water Day is correct. The correct answer is option C. World Water Day is not celebrated on October 22nd. The first World Water Day was celebrated on March 22, 1993. It was declared by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), not UNICEF. The objective is to raise international awareness about water-related issues.
Question: Permanent Shelter of Jain and Buddhist Monks [38:22]
The question asks what the permanent shelters of Jain and Buddhist monks are called. These shelters are made of rock or wood. The correct answer is Vihara.
Question: Longest Tributary River of India [39:04]
The question asks which is the longest tributary river in India that does not flow into the sea. The correct answer is Yamuna. It originates from the Yamunotri Glacier in Uttarakhand and has a total length of 1376 kilometers. The Yamuna River merges with the Ganga at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj. It is a tributary of the Ganga.
Question: Statements Regarding the Indian Constitution [41:50]
The question asks to consider the following statements and choose the correct ones:
- Article 3 of the Indian Constitution provides for the formation or alteration of existing states.
- Under Article 3 of the Indian Constitution, a bill can only be introduced in the Lok Sabha.
The correct answer is that only statement A is correct. Article 1 states that India, that is Bharat, shall be a Union of States. Article 2 deals with admitting new states into the Union. Article 3 allows for changes in the boundaries and names of existing states and union territories. A bill can be introduced in either house of Parliament with the President's recommendation.
Question: Second Home for Cheetahs in India [44:16]
The question asks which wildlife sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh has been identified as the second home for cheetahs in India after Kuno National Park. The correct answer is Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary.
Question: First Aircraft Carrier of India [44:51]
The question asks what was the first aircraft carrier of India. The correct answer is INS Vikrant. Its literal meaning is "beyond" or "courageous."
Question: Main Reason for the Start of the Non-Cooperation Movement [45:39]
The question asks what was the main reason for the start of the Non-Cooperation Movement. The correct answer is the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.
Question: Confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini Rivers [47:02]
The question asks what is the confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers called. The correct answer is Rudraprayag.
- Alaknanda + Dhauli Ganga = Vishnuprayag
- Alaknanda + Nandakini = Nandprayag
- Alaknanda + Pindar Ganga = Karnaprayag
- Alaknanda + Bhagirathi = Devprayag
Question: Session Not Part of Lok Sabha [49:56]
The question asks which of the following is NOT a session of the Lok Sabha. The correct answer is the Summer Session.
Question: Funds Approved by Central Government for States [50:30]
The question asks how many crore rupees have been approved by the central government for the states for the financial year 2026-27 as per the recommendations of the 16th Finance Commission. The correct answer is 1.4 lakh crore.
Homework Question and Superpass Information [51:03]
The educator mentions that question number 40 is for homework. She explains how to enroll in Testbook Superpass by going to the description of the class and clicking on the railway course link. She mentions the prices for 1 month, 2 months, and a 2-day trial. She advises using the coupon code "RIA" to get a discount.
Closing Remarks [52:26]
The educator thanks everyone for watching and encourages those who are new to the channel to subscribe.
