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AILET Current Affairs and General Knowledge Syllabus

The Current Affairs and General Knowledge syllabus for AILET in full: 4 chapters, 12 topics and 25 sub-topics, every one listed below, plus 51 Current Affairs and General Knowledge flashcards with answers.

4Chapters

12Topics

25Sub-topics

51Flashcards

Current Affairs and General Knowledge syllabus: all 4 chapters

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National Current Affairs
3 topics
- Indian Polity and Governance Developments
  - Major legislation, ordinances and policy decisions
  - Government schemes and welfare programmes
  - Constitutional and institutional appointments
- Indian Economy in the News
  - Budget, fiscal and monetary developments
  - Key economic indicators and reports
- Society, Environment and Science
  - Major environmental events and agreements
  - Notable scientific and technological developments
International Affairs
3 topics
- Global Events and Summits
  - Important bilateral and multilateral summits
  - Major treaties and international agreements
- International Organisations
  - United Nations and its principal organs
  - Regional and economic groupings
- India and the World
  - India's foreign policy and diplomatic relations
  - India's role in global forums
Awards, Honours and Persons in News
3 topics
- National and International Awards
  - Civilian honours and gallantry awards
  - Nobel Prizes and major international awards
- Persons and Appointments
  - Key personalities in news
  - Important appointments and resignations
- Sports and Culture in News
  - Major sporting events and winners
  - Cultural events, festivals and heritage news
Static General Knowledge
3 topics
- Indian History and Freedom Movement
  - Landmark events of the freedom struggle
  - Important historical figures and reform movements
- Geography and Polity Basics
  - Physical and political geography of India
  - Structure of Indian government and institutions
- Books, Authors and Important Days
  - Notable books and their authors
  - Important national and international days

AILET Current Affairs and General Knowledge flashcards — 51 questions with answers

Which constitutional amendment lowered the voting age in India from 21 to 18 years?
The 61st Constitutional Amendment Act, 1988, which amended Article 326.
What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha as per the Constitution?
Lok Sabha: 552 (530 states + 20 UTs + 2 earlier nominated Anglo-Indians, now removed by 104th Amendment); Rajya Sabha: 250 (238 elected + 12 nominated).
Which body conducts elections to the Panchayats and Municipalities in India?
The State Election Commission (under Articles 243K and 243ZA), not the Election Commission of India.
What is the 'anti-defection law' and in which Schedule of the Constitution is it found?
It disqualifies legislators for defecting from their party; it is contained in the Tenth Schedule, added by the 52nd Amendment Act, 1985.
Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the President's power to promulgate ordinances?
Article 123 (for the President); Article 213 deals with the Governor's ordinance-making power.
What is India's nominal GDP growth target/structure described as in recent Economic Surveys for becoming a developed nation by 2047?
The 'Viksit Bharat @2047' vision, aiming to make India a developed economy by the centenary of independence.
What does GST stand for, and how many tax slabs does the standard GST structure in India have?
Goods and Services Tax; it has four main slabs: 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28% (plus 0% for essentials).
Which Indian institution functions as the country's central bank and monetary authority?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), established in 1935; it controls monetary policy and the repo rate.
What is 'repo rate' in the context of the RBI?
The rate at which the RBI lends short-term money to commercial banks against securities; a key tool to control inflation and liquidity.
What is the full form of UPI, India's flagship digital payment system?
Unified Payments Interface, operated by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
What is the difference between fiscal deficit and revenue deficit?
Fiscal deficit = total expenditure minus total receipts (excluding borrowings); revenue deficit = revenue expenditure minus revenue receipts.
What is the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) and which ministry regulates it?
A regulatory framework restricting development along India's coastline; regulated by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC).
What is the 'Mission LiFE' launched by India at COP and the UN?
Lifestyle for Environment — a movement encouraging environmentally conscious individual lifestyles and sustainable consumption.
What does ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission achieve that made India the first nation to do so?
It made India the first country to soft-land near the Moon's south pole (Vikram lander, 23 August 2023).
What is India's first solar observation mission called?
Aditya-L1, launched by ISRO to study the Sun from the L1 Lagrange point.
What is the difference between a 'biosphere reserve' and a 'national park'?
A biosphere reserve is a large multi-use conservation area with core, buffer and transition zones (often UNESCO-recognised); a national park is a strictly protected area where no human activity except conservation is allowed.
Where was the COP28 UN Climate Change Conference (2023) held?
Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
What is the G20, and which city hosted the 2023 G20 Summit under India's presidency?
The Group of Twenty, a forum of major economies; the 2023 summit was held in New Delhi, India.
What was the theme/motto of India's 2023 G20 Presidency?
'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' — One Earth, One Family, One Future.
Which new permanent member was admitted to the G20 during India's 2023 presidency?
The African Union (AU).

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What are the BRICS nations, and how did the grouping expand in 2024?
Originally Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa; in 2024 it expanded to include countries such as Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the UAE.
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
New York City, USA (Secretariat); the International Court of Justice is in The Hague, Netherlands.
How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have, and which are they?
Five (P5): China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States — each with veto power.
Where are the headquarters of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the World Health Organization (WHO)?
Both are headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
What does IMF stand for, and where is it headquartered?
International Monetary Fund; headquartered in Washington, D.C., USA.
What is the Quad, and which four countries form it?
The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue — India, the United States, Japan, and Australia.
What is the I2U2 grouping?
A grouping of India, Israel, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and the United States, focused on economic cooperation.
What does SAARC stand for, and how many member states does it have?
South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation; it has 8 member states (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Afghanistan).
What is the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)?
A connectivity project announced at the 2023 G20 to link India with the Gulf and Europe via rail and shipping routes.
What is the highest civilian award of India, and who decides its conferment?
The Bharat Ratna; conferred by the President of India on the recommendation of the Prime Minister.
What is the highest peacetime gallantry award in India?
The Ashoka Chakra (the Param Vir Chakra is the highest wartime gallantry award).
What is the highest literary honour in India, and which body confers it?
The Jnanpith Award, conferred by the Bharatiya Jnanpith for outstanding contribution to Indian literature.
In which categories is the Nobel Prize awarded?
Physics, Chemistry, Physiology or Medicine, Literature, Peace, and Economic Sciences (the last established in 1968).
Who is the constitutional head of state of India, and how is the President elected?
The President of India; elected indirectly by an Electoral College via a single transferable vote system of proportional representation.
Who is the head of the Indian judiciary, and who appoints the Chief Justice of India?
The Chief Justice of India heads the judiciary; appointed by the President of India.
Who serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?
The Vice-President of India.
What is the term of office and appointing authority for the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India?
Appointed by the President; holds office for 6 years or until age 65, whichever is earlier.
In cricket, which trophy is contested between India and Australia in Test series?
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Where were the 2024 Summer Olympic Games held, and where will the 2028 Games be held?
Paris, France (2024); Los Angeles, USA (2028).
What is the highest sporting honour in India, formerly the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna?
The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award.
What does UNESCO designate sites as, and name one classification of such sites?
World Heritage Sites; classified as cultural, natural, or mixed heritage sites.
Who is known as the 'Father of the Indian Constitution'?
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, who chaired the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly.
In which year did the Jallianwala Bagh massacre take place, and where?
1919, in Amritsar, Punjab, under General Dyer.
What was the Dandi March (Salt Satyagraha), and in which year did Gandhi lead it?
A 1930 non-violent march from Sabarmati to Dandi to protest the British salt tax, launching the Civil Disobedience Movement.
Which session of the Indian National Congress passed the 'Purna Swaraj' (complete independence) resolution?
The 1929 Lahore Session, presided over by Jawaharlal Nehru; 26 January 1930 was declared the first Independence Day.
What is the Tropic of Cancer, and how many Indian states does it pass through?
The latitude at 23.5 degrees North; it passes through 8 Indian states (e.g., Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, etc.).
What is the difference between the Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy?
Fundamental Rights (Part III) are justiciable and enforceable in courts; Directive Principles (Part IV) are non-justiciable guidelines for governance.
Which line forms the boundary between India and Pakistan, and which between India and China?
The Radcliffe Line (India-Pakistan) and the Line of Actual Control / McMahon Line (India-China).
Who wrote 'Discovery of India' and 'The Story of My Experiments with Truth'?
'The Discovery of India' was written by Jawaharlal Nehru; 'The Story of My Experiments with Truth' (autobiography) by Mahatma Gandhi.
On what date is World Environment Day observed, and which body leads it?
5 June, led by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
On what dates are International Women's Day and World Human Rights Day observed?
International Women's Day on 8 March; Human Rights Day on 10 December (marking the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights).

AILET Current Affairs and General Knowledge FAQ

What is in the AILET Current Affairs and General Knowledge syllabus?

AILET Current Affairs and General Knowledge is split into 4 chapters: National Current Affairs, International Affairs, Awards, Honours and Persons in News and Static General Knowledge. Together they contain 12 topics and 25 sub-topics.

How many chapters are in AILET Current Affairs and General Knowledge?

4 chapters, containing 12 topics and 25 sub-topics. The largest chapter is National Current Affairs, with 3 topics.

Are there flashcards for AILET Current Affairs and General Knowledge?

Yes — a 51-card Current Affairs and General Knowledge deck, printed in full in the flashcards section of this page and available in the Examius app with spaced repetition. The free plan covers one exam of your choice, including its flashcards; Examius Pro, a one-time purchase, unlocks every other exam and deck.