Brief Summary
Alright, folks! This session covers a range of GK and current affairs questions relevant for railway exams. We're talking World Bank initiatives, military exercises, geography, history, and even sports. Plus, there's a homework question to keep you on your toes!
- World Bank's commitment to India's development agenda.
- India-Uzbekistan joint military exercise.
- Constitutional vs. non-constitutional bodies.
- Current affairs like the ASEAN summit theme and national initiatives.
Intro and Welcome
The session kicks off with a warm welcome to all students. The educator emphasizes the importance of having the Testbook app and subscribing to the channel for notifications. Also, the homework question from the previous class was about the Dronacharya Award, which is related to coaches.
World Bank Support for India
The World Bank Group has pledged $8-10 billion annually for five years to support India's development and job creation agenda. This commitment is under the Country Partnership Framework.
Exercise Dustlik
Exercise Dustlik, a joint military exercise between India and Uzbekistan, had its seventh edition from April 12-25, 2026. The exercise took place in Gurumsarai Field Training Area, Namangan, Uzbekistan, with the Maha Regiment representing India.
Dankan Passage
The Dankan Passage is located between South Andaman and Little Andaman.
Umang App Functionality
The Umang app serves as a unified platform for accessing various government services. It stands for Unified Mobile Application for New Age Governance.
ASEAN Summit 2025 Theme
The official theme for the ASEAN Summit 2025, to be held in Malaysia, is "Inclusiveness and Sustainability."
Timur's Invasion of Delhi
Timur (Taimur) captured Delhi in 1398. The invasion took place on December 17, 1398.
Launch of Rishtey Cineplex
Viacom 18 Media Private Limited launched its Hindi film channel, Rishtey Cineplex, in May 2016.
Constitutional vs. Non-Constitutional Bodies
NITI Aayog is not a constitutional body; it is an executive body. Lokpal and Lokayukta are legal (statutory) bodies established by an act in 2013.
HAL's New Helicopter Factory
The structure assembly line for the Prachand Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) was inaugurated at Hindustan Aeronautics Limited's (HAL) new helicopter factory in Tumakuru, Karnataka, on April 13, 2026.
Colombo Port Partnership
India has partnered with Japan for the East Container Terminal agreement at Colombo Port to enhance maritime trade and develop port infrastructure.
Narasimham Committee
The Narasimham Committee, particularly in 1998, addressed the issue of capital adequacy ratio in the banking sector.
All India Trade Union Congress
Lala Lajpat Rai was the first president of the All India Trade Union Congress, established on August 31, 1920.
Central Budget 2026-27
The central budget for 2026-27 includes three guiding duties.
Ustad Ali Akbar Khan
Ustad Ali Akbar Khan, along with Amjad Ali Khan and Allauddin Khan, was associated with the sarod. Ustad Tafu Khan and Zakir Hussain are associated with the tabla, and Hariprasad Chaurasia is associated with the flute. Asad Ali Khan is associated with Veena.
First Indian Woman to Cross the English Channel
Aarti Gupta Shah was the first Indian woman to swim across the English Channel. She was also the first Indian sportsperson to receive the Padma Shri in 1960.
Maratha Revenue Demands
The revenue demand by the Marathas for protection was called "Chauth."
Unemployment Rate in India
According to MOSPI, the registered unemployment rate in India for October 2025 was 5.2%.
Uniform Civil Code (UCC)
Uttarakhand is the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Gujarat is the second state. Before independence, Goa had UCC implemented.
National Civil Service Day
National Civil Service Day in India is celebrated on April 21. It was first celebrated on April 21, 2006.
Most Oscar Awards for Foreign Films
Italy has won the most Oscar awards in the category of foreign films. The Oscars were started in 1929.
Railway Strike of 1974
The railway strike of 1974 was led by George Fernandes.
Definition of Census
A census is an official enumeration of the population conducted periodically.
India's 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue with Brazil
In 2025, India held its first 2+2 ministerial dialogue with Brazil.
Constitution Day in India
Constitution Day in India is celebrated on November 26. It was first celebrated in 2015.
Initiative to Combat Land Degradation
India has launched the Aravalli Green Wall Project to restore degraded land and combat desertification, aligning with its environmental commitments.
Rovers Cup
The Rovers Cup is associated with football. It was started in 1891.
Battery Pack Identification System
The proposed Battery Pack Aadhar Number (B-PIN) system in India assigns a unique digital identity of 21 characters to each battery pack.
Indira Pradhan Trophy
The Indira Pradhan Trophy is related to volleyball. The Centennial Cup and the Sindhia Gold Cup are also associated with volleyball.
SEBI's AI Tool for Monitoring Financial Content
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has deployed an AI tool called Sudarshan to monitor misleading financial content and crack down on unregistered finfluencers (financial influencers).
Fundamental Right Removed by 44th Amendment
The right to property was removed from the list of fundamental rights by the 44th Amendment Act of 1978. It was initially under Article 19(1)(f) and Article 31.
Fintech Company Offering UPI-First Banking Solutions
In January 2026, Slice, a fintech company, introduced India's first savings account linked to the RBI repo rate as part of its UPI-first banking solutions.
Jog Falls Location
Jog Falls is located in the state of Karnataka, specifically in the Shimoga district, on the Sharavati River. It is the second-highest plunge waterfall in India.
Consequences of Deforestation
Deforestation leads to an increase in soil erosion.
Soil Used for Making Bricks
Laterite soil is commonly used for making bricks.
First English Newspaper in India
The first English newspaper published in India was the Bengal Gazette, founded by James Augustus Hicky. Its first copy was published on January 29, 1780.
Another Name for Leprosy
Leprosy is also known as Hansen's disease.
Soil Rich in Organic Matter
Peat soil is rich in surface accumulation of organic matter.
Khusrau's Father
Khusrau Mirza was the eldest son of Jahangir.
Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP)
The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) in the Indian Constitution, found in Part IV (Articles 36-51), were taken from the Irish Constitution. Judicial review and the preamble of the Constitution were taken from the USA. The process of presidential elections was also taken from Ireland.
Patent for Nagori Pan Methi
The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority has granted a patent to Nagori Pan Methi under the community farmer variety category. Patents are generally given for 20 years, while GI tags are for 10 years.
Father of Indian Cinema
Dadasaheb Phalke is known as the father of Indian cinema. The highest award in Indian cinema is given in his name.
IIT Delhi's QS World University Ranking
In the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, IIT Delhi secured the 36th rank in the Engineering and Technology category.
Official Currency of Nepal
The official currency of Nepal is the Nepalese Rupee. Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal.
Original Constitution of India
The original Constitution of India included 395 articles and 8 schedules.
Homework Question and Superpass Live
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