🇮🇳 MH CET Law · subject

MH CET Law General Knowledge and Current Affairs Syllabus

The General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus for MH CET Law in full: 7 chapters, 28 topics and 10 sub-topics, every one listed below, plus 51 General Knowledge and Current Affairs flashcards with answers.

7Chapters

28Topics

10Sub-topics

51Flashcards

General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus: all 7 chapters

Expand any chapter to see its topics and sub-topics.

National Current Affairs
4 topics
- Government Policies and Schemes
- Major National Events and Appointments
- Maharashtra State Affairs
  - State governance and policies
  - Regional developments and projects
- Reports, Surveys and Indices
International Affairs
4 topics
- Bilateral and Multilateral Relations
- International Organisations
  - United Nations and its agencies
  - WTO, IMF, World Bank and regional blocs
- Global Summits and Treaties
- International Conflicts and Diplomacy
Indian History and Freedom Movement
4 topics
- Ancient and Medieval India
- Modern India and Colonial Rule
- Indian National Movement
  - Phases of the freedom struggle
  - Key leaders and movements
- Making of the Constitution
Geography
4 topics
- Physical Geography of India
  - Mountains, rivers and climate
  - Natural resources and soils
- Economic and Human Geography
- World Geography Basics
- Maharashtra Geography
General Science and Technology
4 topics
- Everyday Physics, Chemistry and Biology
- Space and Defence Technology
- Information Technology and Innovations
- Environment and Ecology
  - Biodiversity and conservation
  - Climate change and pollution
Static General Knowledge
4 topics
- Awards and Honours
- Sports and Tournaments
- Books, Authors and Personalities
- Important Days, Symbols and Abbreviations
Indian Polity and Economy
4 topics
- Structure of Government and Federalism
- Constitutional and Statutory Bodies
- Banking and Financial System
- Budget, Taxation and Economic Indicators

MH CET Law General Knowledge and Current Affairs flashcards — 51 questions with answers

Which government scheme, launched in 2014, aimed at financial inclusion by providing every household a bank account with overdraft and accident insurance?
Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY).
Under which scheme does the Government of India provide free foodgrains (rice/wheat) to about 80 crore beneficiaries, extended in recent years?
Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY).
Who is the constitutional head of state of India, and who actually exercises real executive power?
The President is the constitutional head; real executive power is exercised by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister.
Which body conducts the MH CET (and other state-level) examinations and is the state's election-related authority? Name the body that conducts general elections in India.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) is the constitutional body that conducts general (Lok Sabha and Assembly) elections in India.
What is the capital of Maharashtra, and which city serves as its winter (second) capital?
Mumbai is the capital of Maharashtra; Nagpur serves as the winter (second) capital.
Which river is the longest in Maharashtra and is considered the lifeline of the state?
The Godavari River.
Which annual report measures hunger across countries and is published jointly by Welthungerhilfe and Concern Worldwide?
The Global Hunger Index (GHI).
Which index, published by the UNDP, ranks countries by life expectancy, education, and per-capita income?
The Human Development Index (HDI).
What does 'bilateral relations' mean, as opposed to 'multilateral relations'?
Bilateral relations are dealings between two countries; multilateral relations involve three or more countries (often via international organisations).
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations, and in which year was the UN founded?
UN headquarters is in New York City; the UN was founded in 1945.
How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have, and which countries are they?
Five permanent members (P5): USA, UK, France, Russia, and China.
Which international organisation, headquartered in Geneva, regulates global trade and was established in 1995?
The World Trade Organization (WTO).
What is the name of the annual climate summit held under the UNFCCC where countries negotiate climate action?
The Conference of the Parties (COP).
Which 2015 climate treaty aims to limit global warming to well below 2°C, preferably 1.5°C, above pre-industrial levels?
The Paris Agreement.
What is 'diplomacy' in international relations?
The practice of conducting negotiations and managing relations between nations through dialogue and peaceful means, typically by diplomats.
Which ancient Indian empire was founded by Chandragupta Maurya, with Chanakya (Kautilya) as his advisor?
The Maurya Empire.
Which Mughal emperor built the Taj Mahal, and in whose memory?
Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
In which year did the British Crown take direct control of India from the East India Company?
1858 (following the Revolt of 1857).
Which event in 1919, where General Dyer ordered firing on an unarmed crowd in Amritsar, intensified the freedom struggle?
The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.
Who led the Salt March (Dandi March) of 1930 as part of the Civil Disobedience Movement?
Mahatma Gandhi.

Show the other 31 General Knowledge and Current Affairs flashcards

Who was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution?
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.
On which date did the Constitution of India come into force, celebrated as Republic Day?
26 January 1950.
How long did the Constituent Assembly take to frame the Indian Constitution?
About 2 years, 11 months, and 18 days.
Which mountain range forms the northern boundary of India and contains the world's highest peaks?
The Himalayas.
What is the highest peak in India (located in the Karakoram range)?
K2 (also called Mount Godwin-Austen), at about 8,611 m.
Which crop is associated with the 'Green Revolution' in India, primarily benefiting Punjab and Haryana?
Wheat (and rice) — driven by high-yielding variety seeds.
What is the longest river in the world, and on which continent is it located?
The Nile River (traditionally), located in Africa.
Which plateau covers most of peninsular Maharashtra and is famous for its black cotton soil (regur)?
The Deccan Plateau.
In physics, what is Newton's First Law of Motion (the law of inertia)?
A body at rest or in uniform motion continues so unless acted upon by an external unbalanced force.
What is the chemical formula of common table salt, and its chemical name?
NaCl; sodium chloride.
Which gas do plants absorb during photosynthesis, and which gas do they release?
They absorb carbon dioxide (CO2) and release oxygen (O2).
Which Indian space agency launched the Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan missions?
ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation).
What was India's first successful Mars mission called, launched in 2013?
Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission, MOM).
What does the abbreviation 'AI' stand for in information technology?
Artificial Intelligence.
What is the term for the variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat, a key concept in ecology?
Biodiversity.
Which gas, present in the stratosphere, protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation?
Ozone (O3).
What is India's highest civilian award, and which is the highest gallantry award?
Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award; Param Vir Chakra is the highest gallantry (military) award.
In which sport is the 'Ranji Trophy' contested in India?
Cricket (domestic first-class cricket).
How often are the Summer Olympic Games held, and the FIFA World Cup?
Both are held once every four years.
Who wrote the Indian national anthem 'Jana Gana Mana'?
Rabindranath Tagore.
What does 'GDP' stand for, and what does it measure?
Gross Domestic Product — the total monetary value of all final goods and services produced within a country in a given period.
When is World Environment Day observed each year?
5 June.
What does the abbreviation 'GST' stand for in the Indian taxation system?
Goods and Services Tax.
What is meant by 'federalism' in the context of the Indian Constitution?
A system dividing powers between the central (Union) government and the state governments, each deriving authority from the Constitution.
Which constitutional body audits the accounts of the Union and State governments in India?
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG).
Which body is the central bank of India and regulates monetary policy?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
What is the difference between direct tax and indirect tax?
Direct tax is paid directly by a person to the government (e.g., income tax); indirect tax is levied on goods/services and passed to the consumer (e.g., GST).
What is the 'repo rate' set by the RBI?
The rate at which the RBI lends short-term funds to commercial banks; a key tool to control inflation and liquidity.
Who presents the Union Budget of India, and under which constitutional provision is it the 'Annual Financial Statement'?
The Union Finance Minister presents it; it is the Annual Financial Statement under Article 112 of the Constitution.
What is the term for the difference between a government's total expenditure and total revenue (excluding borrowings)?
The fiscal deficit.
Which regulatory body governs the securities (stock) market in India?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

MH CET Law General Knowledge and Current Affairs FAQ

What is in the MH CET Law General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus?

MH CET Law General Knowledge and Current Affairs is split into 7 chapters: National Current Affairs, International Affairs, Indian History and Freedom Movement, Geography, General Science and Technology, Static General Knowledge and Indian Polity and Economy. Together they contain 28 topics and 10 sub-topics.

How many chapters are in MH CET Law General Knowledge and Current Affairs?

7 chapters, containing 28 topics and 10 sub-topics. The largest chapter is National Current Affairs, with 4 topics.

Are there flashcards for MH CET Law General Knowledge and Current Affairs?

Yes — a 51-card General Knowledge and Current Affairs 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.