LIC AAO General Knowledge and Current Affairs Syllabus

General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus — full chapter and topic list

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1. 1

   Current Affairs (National and International)

   6 topics

   • Government Schemes and Policies
   • Summits, Conferences and MoUs
   • Awards, Honours and Appointments
   • Sports Current Affairs
   • Books, Authors and Important Days
   • Obituaries and Defence News
2. 2

   Static General Knowledge

   4 topics

   • Indian and World Geography
     • Rivers, dams and national parks
     • Capitals and currencies
   • Indian History and Culture
     • Freedom struggle
     • Art, dance and festivals
   • Indian Polity and Constitution
     • Fundamental rights and duties
     • Parliament and judiciary
   • General Science Basics
3. 3

   Insurance and Financial Awareness

   4 topics

   • History and Structure of LIC
     • Nationalization of insurance
     • LIC products and plans
   • Insurance Terminology
     • Premium, sum assured and underwriting
     • Riders, claims and surrender value
   • Regulatory Bodies
     • IRDAI functions
     • RBI and SEBI roles
   • Types of Insurance
     • Life vs general insurance
     • ULIPs and term plans

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1. Under which government scheme is free LPG connection provided to women from below-poverty-line households in India?

   Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), launched in 2016 by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.

2. What is the maximum life insurance cover and annual premium under Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY)?

   Life cover of Rs 2 lakh for an annual premium of Rs 436, available to those aged 18-50 years.

3. Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) provides what type of cover and at what premium?

   Accidental death and disability cover of Rs 2 lakh for an annual premium of Rs 20, for those aged 18-70 years.

4. Atal Pension Yojana (APY) is regulated by which authority and targets which group?

   Regulated by PFRDA; it targets workers in the unorganised sector, providing a guaranteed pension of Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000 per month after age 60.

5. Under the Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY scheme, what is the annual health cover provided per family?

   Rs 5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalisation.

6. What does an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) signify in the context of bilateral agreements?

   A formal, generally non-legally-binding agreement outlining the intended cooperation, terms and responsibilities between two or more parties.

7. Which international grouping holds an annual summit and includes India, with members Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa among its founders?

   BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa), later expanded to include additional members.

8. The Conference of the Parties (COP) summits are held under which UN convention to address climate change?

   The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

9. What is the G20, and what role does it serve?

   An intergovernmental forum of 19 countries plus the EU and African Union that addresses major issues in the global economy, including financial stability and development.

10. What is India's highest civilian award?

    The Bharat Ratna.

11. Name the second-highest civilian award in India after the Bharat Ratna.

    The Padma Vibhushan, followed by Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri.

12. What is India's highest peacetime gallantry (military) award?

    The Ashoka Chakra; the highest wartime gallantry award is the Param Vir Chakra.

13. Which prize is regarded as the highest literary honour in India, given for outstanding contribution to Indian literature?

    The Jnanpith Award (Bharatiya Jnanpith).

14. What is the term for the official transfer of a player or the appointment of the head of a constitutional body called when a person is named to a post?

    An 'appointment' - the formal designation of a person to an official position or office.

15. How many players are on the field per team in a cricket match?

    Eleven players per team.

16. In football (soccer), how many players from each team are on the field at the start of a match?

    Eleven players, including the goalkeeper.

17. The Davis Cup is associated with which sport?

    Tennis (a men's international team competition).

18. The Ranji Trophy is the premier domestic championship in India for which sport?

    Cricket (first-class domestic competition).

19. How often are the Summer Olympic Games held?

    Every four years.

20. Who is the author of the Indian Constitution's drafting, often called its chief architect?

    Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, Chairman of the Drafting Committee.

21. On which date is World Health Day observed every year?

    April 7.

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