Brief Summary
Alright, so this session is all about prepping you folks for your upcoming Railway exams. We're talking GK, GS, current affairs, and even a bit about how to handle exam fear. The class is divided into two parts: daily GK/GS and current affairs with a high chance of showing up in your exam. Plus, there's a heads-up on a special session detailing the study plans for the next seven days. Key points include:
- Dealing with exam fear is normal and okay.
- Current affairs questions are very important.
- Focus on key topics like Waqf Board amendments, energy innovation, military exercises, and important indices.
Exam Fear and Preparation Strategy
Feeling scared about exams? That's totally normal, bhai! It means you're serious about your goals. Even the instructor gets jitters before class. Don't let fear paralyse you; instead, use it to fuel your preparation. With about a week left, give it your best shot. And stick around after the session for a 10-minute chat about the study plans for the coming days.
Presidential Powers and Indian Polity
If there's an unexpected expense and Parliament isn't in session, the President can dip into the Contingency Fund of India, as per Article 267. The Consolidated Fund of India, under Article 266, is usually used when Parliament is in session. Also, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) falls under the Union List because it's the central bank.
Citizenship and Historical Monuments
You can lose Indian citizenship in three ways: renunciation (giving it up yourself), termination (taking citizenship of another country), and deprivation (if you obtained citizenship illegally or did unconstitutional things). Moving on, the Itmad-ud-Daula Mosque in Agra was built by Noorjahan for her father in 1628.
Constitution, President Vacancy, and Mumtaz Mahal
Article 50 of the Indian Constitution, which falls under the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), talks about separating the judiciary from the executive. If the President's office becomes vacant, the Vice President can act as President for a maximum of six months, as the post must be filled within that time. Fun fact: Mumtaz Mahal's real name was Arjumand Bano Begum, and she married Shah Jahan in 1612.
Women's Empowerment and Land Record Management
A women's summit for safety and empowerment was organised in Hyderabad in 2025. Telangana launched the Bhu Bharati portal to improve land record management. The Golden Temple in Amritsar, also known as Harmandir Sahib, is built on the Amrit Sarovar.
Deep Ocean Mission and Round Table Conference
India's first manned underwater vehicle for the Deep Ocean Mission is called Matsya 6000, also known as Samudrayaan, and it's under the Ministry of Earth Sciences. The third Round Table Conference took place in 1932. Gandhiji and the Congress attended the Second Round Table Conference.
Rice Cultivation and Capitals
The earliest evidence of rice cultivation in India can be found in the Belan Valley. Pyongyang is the capital of North Korea. Seoul is in South Korea, Singapore is the city of Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur is in Malaysia.
First Women of India and Folk Dances
Sarojini Naidu was the first woman governor of India, becoming the Governor of Uttar Pradesh. Other notable firsts include Indira Gandhi as Prime Minister, Pratibha Devi Singh Patil as President, and Kiran Bedi as the first woman IPS officer. In Himachal Pradesh, the Chham dance is performed to ward off evil spirits.
Power Plants, UNESCO Sites, and Flag Hoisting
The Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant is located in Haryana. The monuments at Mahabalipuram are a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tamil Nadu. On Independence Day (August 15th), the Prime Minister of India hoists the flag, while unfurling happens on Republic Day (January 26th).
Residuary Powers, Abel Prize, and Father of Economics
The power to make laws on residuary subjects rests with the Parliament. Masaki Kashiwara, a Japanese mathematician, received the Abel Prize in 2025, which is considered the Nobel Prize in Mathematics. Adam Smith is known as the father of economics.
Cooperative University, School Campaign, and Commercial Banks
Tribhuvan Cooperative University was established in Gujarat. The "Let's Go to School" campaign took place in Madhya Pradesh. The Swadeshi movement encouraged the creation of commercial banks in India from 1905 to 1911.
Waqf Board Amendment and Energy Innovation
The Waqf Board amendment in 2025 included the addition of non-Muslim members. The District Collector now has the power to conduct surveys, and properties must be registered. The Department of Industry in India signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet for energy innovation.
Conference of Parties (COP) and Military Exercises
COP 30 was held in Brazil in 2025, and COP 31 will be held in Turkey in 2026. The Malabar Naval Exercise includes the Quad countries: India, USA, Japan, and Australia. Other exercises include War Exercise (India & USA), Indra (India & Russia), and Varuna Naval Exercise (India & France).
Global Rankings and Indices
India's global rank in the World Obesity Atlas 2026 is second. Other rankings include 38 in the Global Innovation Index, third in the Hurun Global Unicorn Index, and 151 in the World Press Freedom Index.
State Satellites and Free Bus Service
Assam launched its own satellite in collaboration with ISRO, named Assam SAT. Zero Ticket Travel, a free bus service for women, was started in Jammu and Kashmir, as well as Delhi, Karnataka, Punjab, and Tamil Nadu.
Climate Change Performance and National Voterways
India's rank in the Climate Change Performance Index in 2026 is 23, a drop from 10 in 2025. Twenty National Voterways have been created in Budget 2026-27.
Ambedkar Sanctuary, Budget Expenditure, and Pollution Control
The Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Wildlife Sanctuary is being built in the Sagar district of MP. The government is planning to spend 53.5 lakh crore in the budget of 2026-27. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has launched its own extra category called the Blue category.
Boxing Championship, AI Initiative, and Grand Prix
The Asian Under 15 and Under 7 Boxing Championship was held in Amman, Jordan. Microsoft company started the AI Career for Women Initiative in collaboration with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. Oscar Piastri won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in 2025.
Liver Disease Initiative and Pahalgam Attack
A nationwide initiative called HEALD (HEA ALD) was started by the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences to save people whose livers get damaged due to alcohol consumption. During the Pahalgam attack, the Rafale jet was brought out.
Upcoming Session and Telegram Link
After this class, there's a 10-minute session to discuss study plans for the coming week. The AVS team will join to discuss future planning. The PDF of today's class and the history marathon will be available on Telegram.
