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RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A) Syllabus

The General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A) syllabus for RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) in full: 5 chapters, 16 topics and 26 sub-topics, every one listed below, plus 50 General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A) flashcards with answers.

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General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A) syllabus: all 5 chapters

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Current Affairs
4 topics
- National and International Events
  - Government schemes and policies
  - Summits and agreements
- Awards and Honours
  - National awards
  - International awards and Nobel prizes
- Sports Current Affairs
  - Olympics, Asian Games and major tournaments
- Persons, Places and Books in News
  - Appointments and obituaries
Indian History and Culture
3 topics
- Ancient and Medieval India
  - Indus Valley and Vedic age
  - Mauryan, Gupta and Mughal empires
- Modern India and Freedom Struggle
  - Revolt of 1857
  - Indian National Movement
- Art, Culture and Heritage
  - Dance, music and festivals
Indian Geography
3 topics
- Physical Geography of India
  - Mountains, rivers and plateaus
  - Climate and monsoon
- Economic and Resource Geography
  - Agriculture and crops
  - Minerals and industries
- World Geography Basics
  - Continents, oceans and major countries
Indian Polity and Economy
3 topics
- Indian Constitution
  - Fundamental rights and duties
  - Directive principles
- Governance and Institutions
  - Parliament, judiciary and executive
- Indian Economy Basics
  - Banking and budget
  - National income and taxation
Static GK and Indian Railways
3 topics
- Important Days and Dates
  - National and international days
- Indian Railways General Knowledge
  - Railway zones and headquarters
  - History and milestones of Indian Railways
- Miscellaneous Static GK
  - First, largest and longest in India
  - Books and authors

RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A) flashcards — 50 questions with answers

Which Indian city hosted the G20 Leaders' Summit in 2023, and what was India's G20 theme?
New Delhi hosted the 2023 G20 Summit. India's theme was 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' — One Earth, One Family, One Future.
What is the highest civilian award of India, and in which field-agnostic category is it given?
The Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian award, given for exceptional service/performance of the highest order in any field of human endeavour.
Name the four civilian honours of India in descending order of precedence.
Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri.
What is India's highest sporting honour, and what was it renamed to in 2021?
It was the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, renamed in 2021 to the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award.
How often are the Summer Olympic Games held, and where will the 2028 Games be hosted?
Every four years. The 2028 Summer Olympics will be hosted in Los Angeles, USA.
In cricket, which trophy is contested between India and Australia in Test series?
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Who is the author of the book 'The Discovery of India'?
Jawaharlal Nehru.
Which Indian river civilization is also called the Indus Valley or Harappan Civilization, and name two of its major cities.
The Indus Valley (Harappan) Civilization; major cities include Harappa, Mohenjo-daro, Lothal, Dholavira, and Kalibangan.
Who founded the Maurya Empire, and who was its most famous emperor associated with Buddhism?
Chandragupta Maurya founded it; Ashoka the Great was the famous emperor who embraced Buddhism after the Kalinga War.
Which dynasty's ruler Samudragupta is called the 'Napoleon of India'?
The Gupta dynasty.
In which year did the Revolt of 1857 (First War of Independence) begin, and where did the spark occur?
1857; it began at Meerut and is associated with the introduction of the greased Enfield rifle cartridges.
Who founded the Indian National Congress and in which year?
A.O. Hume founded the Indian National Congress in 1885; its first session was held in Bombay.
In which year was the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, and in which city did it take place?
1919, in Amritsar (Punjab), under General Dyer.
What movement did Mahatma Gandhi launch in 1930 starting with the Dandi March?
The Civil Disobedience Movement, beginning with the Salt March/Dandi March to break the salt law.
On what date did India gain independence, and who was the first Prime Minister?
15 August 1947; Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime Minister.
Which classical dance form originates from Tamil Nadu?
Bharatanatyam.
Name India's classical dance forms and their states of origin (any four).
Bharatanatyam (Tamil Nadu), Kathak (North India/UP), Kathakali (Kerala), Odissi (Odisha), Kuchipudi (Andhra Pradesh), Manipuri (Manipur), Sattriya (Assam), Mohiniyattam (Kerala).
What is the highest mountain peak in India, and in which range/region is it?
Kangchenjunga (8,586 m), in the Himalayas in Sikkim. It is the world's third-highest peak.
Which is the longest river in India, and where does it originate?
The Ganga (Ganges) is the longest river within India, originating from the Gangotri Glacier in the Himalayas.
Name the three major Himalayan ranges from south to north.
Shiwaliks (outer/sub-Himalaya), Himachal/Lesser Himalaya, and Himadri/Greater Himalaya (innermost, highest).

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Which plateau in India is rich in minerals and called the 'mineral heartland' of India?
The Chota Nagpur Plateau (Jharkhand region).
What is the name of the cold, dry winds that bring rain to Tamil Nadu in winter?
The retreating/northeast monsoon (October–December).
What is the largest ocean on Earth, and the largest continent by area?
The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean; Asia is the largest continent.
What is the imaginary line of 0 degrees longitude called, and which city does it pass through?
The Prime Meridian, passing through Greenwich, London (UK).
What is the Tropic of Cancer's latitude, and roughly how many Indian states does it pass through?
23.5 degrees North; it passes through 8 Indian states (e.g., Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, Mizoram).
When did the Indian Constitution come into effect, and what day is it celebrated as?
26 January 1950, celebrated as Republic Day. It was adopted on 26 November 1949 (Constitution Day).
Who is known as the chief architect/'Father of the Indian Constitution'?
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, Chairman of the Drafting Committee.
How many Fundamental Rights are currently guaranteed by the Indian Constitution, and name them.
Six: Right to Equality, Right to Freedom, Right against Exploitation, Right to Freedom of Religion, Cultural and Educational Rights, and Right to Constitutional Remedies.
From which country's constitution did India borrow the Directive Principles of State Policy?
Ireland (Irish Constitution).
What are the two houses of the Indian Parliament called?
Lok Sabha (House of the People, lower house) and Rajya Sabha (Council of States, upper house).
Who is the constitutional head of the Indian State (Union), and who is the head of government?
The President is the constitutional/nominal head of state; the Prime Minister is the head of government (real executive).
What is the maximum strength of the Lok Sabha as per the Constitution?
552 members (530 from states, 20 from Union Territories, and earlier up to 2 nominated Anglo-Indians, now discontinued by the 104th Amendment).
Which body in India conducts elections to Parliament and State Legislatures?
The Election Commission of India (ECI), an autonomous constitutional body.
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's borders in a given period.
Which is the central bank of India, and what is its primary monetary function?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI); it controls monetary policy and the issue/supply of currency (except coins and one-rupee notes).
What is the full form of GST, and in which year was it implemented in India?
Goods and Services Tax; implemented on 1 July 2017.
What does 'inflation' mean in economics?
A sustained general rise in the price level of goods and services over time, which reduces the purchasing power of money.
Which Five-Year Plan model did India follow, and which body has now replaced the Planning Commission?
India followed Soviet-inspired Five-Year Plans; the Planning Commission was replaced by NITI Aayog in 2015.
On what date is World Environment Day observed each year?
5 June.
What does 26 January and 15 August commemorate respectively in India?
26 January is Republic Day (Constitution came into force); 15 August is Independence Day (freedom from British rule in 1947).
On which date is International Yoga Day celebrated worldwide?
21 June.
In which year were Indian Railways established (first passenger train run), and on which route?
1853; the first passenger train ran from Bombay (Mumbai) to Thane, a distance of about 34 km.
What is the headquarters of Indian Railways, and under which ministry does it function?
Rail Bhawan, New Delhi; it functions under the Ministry of Railways.
How many zones does Indian Railways have (approximately), and name the gauge widths used.
Indian Railways has 18 zones; gauges include Broad Gauge (1.676 m), Metre Gauge (1.0 m), and Narrow Gauge (0.762 m / 0.610 m).
What is the name of India's semi-high-speed indigenous train introduced as Train 18?
Vande Bharat Express.
Which is the fastest train route in India by scheduled speed, and what is the premium luxury train operated for tourism?
The Gatimaan Express (Delhi–Jhansi) was among the fastest; the Palace on Wheels is a famous luxury tourist train (Rajasthan).
What is the currency and capital of Japan?
Currency: Japanese Yen; Capital: Tokyo.
Which gas is most abundant in Earth's atmosphere, and what percentage does it form?
Nitrogen, about 78% of the atmosphere (oxygen is about 21%).
What is the national animal, national bird, and national flower of India?
National animal: Royal Bengal Tiger; national bird: Indian Peacock; national flower: Lotus.
How many spokes does the Ashoka Chakra on the Indian national flag have, and what does it represent?
24 spokes, representing the wheel of dharma (law/righteousness) and the 24 hours of the day, symbolising motion and progress.

RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A) FAQ

What is in the RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A) syllabus?

RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A) is split into 5 chapters: Current Affairs, Indian History and Culture, Indian Geography, Indian Polity and Economy and Static GK and Indian Railways. Together they contain 16 topics and 26 sub-topics.

How many chapters are in RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A)?

5 chapters, containing 16 topics and 26 sub-topics. The largest chapter is Current Affairs, with 4 topics.

Are there flashcards for RRB ALP (Assistant Loco Pilot) General Awareness & Current Affairs (CBT Stage 1 & Stage 2 Part A)?

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