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RRB Group D General Awareness and Current Affairs Syllabus

The General Awareness and Current Affairs syllabus for RRB Group D in full: 5 chapters, 16 topics and 32 sub-topics, every one listed below, plus 50 General Awareness and Current Affairs flashcards with answers.

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General Awareness and Current Affairs syllabus: all 5 chapters

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Indian History and Culture
3 topics
- Ancient and Medieval India
  - Indus Valley Civilization
  - Major empires and dynasties
- Modern India and Freedom Struggle
  - Revolt of 1857 and British policies
  - Indian National Movement and key leaders
- Art, Culture and Heritage
  - Classical dances, music and festivals
  - UNESCO heritage sites in India
Indian Geography
3 topics
- Physical Geography of India
  - Mountains, rivers and plateaus
  - Climate and monsoon
- Resources and Agriculture
  - Minerals and natural resources
  - Major crops and cropping patterns
- World Geography Basics
  - Continents, oceans and countries
  - Important geographical phenomena
Indian Polity and Constitution
3 topics
- Indian Constitution
  - Preamble, features and important articles
  - Fundamental rights and duties
- Government Structure
  - Executive, legislature and judiciary
  - Parliament and state legislatures
- Constitutional Bodies
  - Election Commission, UPSC, CAG
  - Panchayati Raj and local governance
Economy, Science and Technology
3 topics
- Indian Economy Basics
  - Budget, taxation and banking
  - Economic planning and key sectors
- Science and Technology Developments
  - Space and defence programmes
  - Information technology and innovations
- Important Schemes and Organizations
  - Government welfare schemes
  - International organizations and India
Current Affairs and General Knowledge
4 topics
- National and International Current Affairs
  - Recent events and summits
  - Government policies and initiatives
- Sports
  - National and international tournaments
  - Awards and records in sports
- Awards, Honours and Books
  - Major national and international awards
  - Books and authors
- Static General Knowledge
  - Important days and themes
  - Countries, capitals and currencies

RRB Group D General Awareness and Current Affairs flashcards — 50 questions with answers

Which dynasty built the Iron Pillar of Delhi, and what is notable about it?
It was erected during the Gupta period (attributed to Chandragupta II). It is notable for being made of rust-resistant wrought iron that has not corroded in over 1,600 years.
Who was the founder of the Maurya Empire and who was his chief advisor?
Chandragupta Maurya founded the empire (c. 322 BCE); his chief advisor was Chanakya (Kautilya), author of the Arthashastra.
What were the three jewels (Triratna) of Jainism?
Right Faith (Samyak Darshana), Right Knowledge (Samyak Jnana), and Right Conduct (Samyak Charitra).
Which ruler convened the Third Buddhist Council and sent missionaries abroad?
Ashoka the Great (Maurya dynasty) convened the Third Buddhist Council at Pataliputra and sent missionaries, including his son Mahindra to Sri Lanka.
Who founded the Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate?
Qutb-ud-din Aibak (1206), a former slave of Muhammad Ghori; he began construction of the Qutb Minar.
Who was the first Mughal emperor and which battle established Mughal rule in India?
Babur was the first Mughal emperor; he won the First Battle of Panipat (1526) against Ibrahim Lodi.
What was the Doctrine of Lapse and who introduced it?
A policy by Lord Dalhousie under which a princely state without a natural male heir was annexed by the British, disallowing adopted heirs from succeeding.
In which year and city was the Indian National Congress founded, and by whom?
Founded in 1885 in Bombay; A.O. Hume was the key founder, with W.C. Bonnerjee as its first president.
What event in 1919 is known as the Jallianwala Bagh massacre?
On 13 April 1919 in Amritsar, General Dyer ordered troops to fire on an unarmed crowd, killing hundreds; it intensified the freedom struggle.
Which movement did Gandhi launch in 1930 by marching to Dandi, and why?
The Civil Disobedience Movement, launched with the Dandi Salt March, to defy the British salt tax by making salt from seawater.
Who gave the slogan 'Do or Die' and during which movement?
Mahatma Gandhi gave it during the Quit India Movement of 1942.
Who is known as the Iron Man of India and what was his major contribution at independence?
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel; he integrated over 560 princely states into the Indian Union.
What are the eight classical dance forms of India recognized by the Sangeet Natak Akademi?
Bharatanatyam (Tamil Nadu), Kathak (North India), Kathakali and Mohiniyattam (Kerala), Kuchipudi (Andhra Pradesh), Odissi (Odisha), Manipuri (Manipur), and Sattriya (Assam).
Which Indian festival of Kerala is associated with the snake boat race and the legend of King Mahabali?
Onam, the harvest festival of Kerala.
To which classification do the Hindustani and Carnatic systems of Indian music belong?
They are the two main streams of Indian classical music: Hindustani in North India and Carnatic in South India.
Which mountain range separates North India from South India and forms the northern boundary of the Deccan Plateau?
The Vindhya and Satpura ranges (with the Narmada river valley between them).
What is the highest mountain peak in India and where is it located?
Kanchenjunga (8,586 m), located in Sikkim on the India-Nepal border; it is the world's third-highest peak.
Which river is the longest river flowing entirely within India?
The Godavari, the longest river that flows entirely within India (also called the Dakshin Ganga).
Name the two rivers of India that flow into the Arabian Sea forming estuaries rather than deltas.
The Narmada and the Tapi (Tapti); they flow westward through rift valleys and form estuaries.
What is the Tropic of Cancer and how many Indian states does it pass through?
It is the latitude 23.5 degrees North; in India it passes through 8 states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Tripura, and Mizoram.

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Which soil type is the most widespread in India and is ideal for cotton cultivation?
Black soil (regur/regur soil), found mainly in the Deccan Plateau; it is rich in lime and iron and retains moisture, making it ideal for cotton.
What is the difference between Kharif and Rabi crops?
Kharif crops are sown with the monsoon (June-July) and harvested in autumn (e.g., rice, maize, cotton); Rabi crops are sown in winter (October-December) and harvested in spring (e.g., wheat, gram, mustard).
What was the Green Revolution in India and who is regarded as its father?
The introduction of high-yielding variety seeds, fertilizers, and irrigation in the 1960s that boosted food grain (especially wheat) production; M.S. Swaminathan is regarded as its father.
Which is the largest producer state of sugarcane in India?
Uttar Pradesh is the largest sugarcane producer in India.
What are the seven continents of the world ranked by area from largest to smallest?
Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe, and Australia.
Which is the longest river in the world and which is the largest by volume?
The Nile is generally regarded as the longest river; the Amazon is the largest by water volume (discharge).
What is the deepest oceanic trench on Earth and in which ocean is it located?
The Mariana Trench (Challenger Deep), located in the Pacific Ocean.
What imaginary line is at 0 degrees longitude and what does it determine?
The Prime Meridian (Greenwich Meridian); it serves as the reference for measuring longitude and standard time zones.
How many parts, schedules, and articles did the original Indian Constitution have when adopted?
The original Constitution had 22 parts, 8 schedules, and 395 articles when adopted on 26 November 1949.
From which countries did the Indian Constitution borrow Fundamental Rights and the Directive Principles of State Policy?
Fundamental Rights were inspired by the USA Constitution; Directive Principles of State Policy were borrowed from Ireland.
What does the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 add to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?
It added the words 'Socialist', 'Secular', and 'Integrity' to the Preamble.
Which article of the Indian Constitution is described as the 'heart and soul' of the Constitution, and by whom?
Article 32 (Right to Constitutional Remedies); B.R. Ambedkar called it the heart and soul of the Constitution.
How many Fundamental Duties are listed in the Indian Constitution and under which article?
There are 11 Fundamental Duties, listed under Article 51A in Part IVA (the 11th was added by the 86th Amendment, 2002).
Who is the constitutional head of the Indian state and who exercises real executive power?
The President of India is the constitutional (nominal) head; real executive power is exercised by the Council of Ministers headed by the Prime Minister.
What is the composition and maximum strength of the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha?
The Lok Sabha has a maximum strength of 552 members (530 states + 20 UTs + 2 nominated earlier); the Rajya Sabha has a maximum of 250 members (238 elected + 12 nominated).
What is the normal tenure of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha?
The Lok Sabha has a 5-year term (can be dissolved earlier); the Rajya Sabha is a permanent house, with one-third of members retiring every 2 years (6-year term each).
Who appoints the Chief Justice of India and judges of the Supreme Court?
The President of India appoints them; the CJI is usually the senior-most Supreme Court judge, and other judges are appointed in consultation with the collegium.
What is the role of the Election Commission of India and under which article is it established?
It superintends, directs, and controls elections to Parliament, state legislatures, and the offices of President and Vice-President; established under Article 324.
Who audits the accounts of the Union and State governments, and under which article is the office created?
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, established under Article 148.
What is the function of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and under which article is it created?
It conducts examinations for recruitment to All India and Central services (such as the IAS and IPS); created under Article 315.
What is the role of the Finance Commission and how often is it constituted?
It recommends the distribution of tax revenues between the Centre and states (vertical and horizontal devolution); constituted by the President every five years under Article 280.
What is the difference between GDP and GNP?
GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is the value of goods and services produced within a country's borders; GNP (Gross National Product) is GDP plus net income earned by residents from abroad.
Which institution is the central bank of India and what is its primary function?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), established in 1935; it controls monetary policy, issues currency, and regulates the banking system.
What is the difference between fiscal policy and monetary policy?
Fiscal policy involves government decisions on taxation and spending (managed by the Finance Ministry); monetary policy involves control of money supply and interest rates (managed by the RBI).
What does GST stand for and when was it implemented in India?
Goods and Services Tax; implemented on 1 July 2017 as a single indirect tax replacing multiple central and state taxes.
What is escape velocity and what is its approximate value for Earth?
The minimum velocity an object needs to escape a planet's gravitational pull; for Earth it is about 11.2 km/s.
What organization launched India's Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) and in what year did it reach Mars?
ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) launched it in 2013; it entered Mars orbit in September 2014, making India the first nation to succeed on its first attempt.
What is the chemical formula of common salt and of water?
Common salt is sodium chloride (NaCl); water is H2O.
Under which ministry/scheme does India provide cooking gas (LPG) connections to women of below-poverty-line households?
Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), launched in 2016 to provide free LPG connections to BPL women.
What is the aim of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?
Launched in 2014, it aims at financial inclusion by providing every household access to a bank account, credit, insurance, and pension facilities.

RRB Group D General Awareness and Current Affairs FAQ

What is in the RRB Group D General Awareness and Current Affairs syllabus?

RRB Group D General Awareness and Current Affairs is split into 5 chapters: Indian History and Culture, Indian Geography, Indian Polity and Constitution, Economy, Science and Technology and Current Affairs and General Knowledge. Together they contain 16 topics and 32 sub-topics.

How many chapters are in RRB Group D General Awareness and Current Affairs?

5 chapters, containing 16 topics and 32 sub-topics. The largest chapter is Current Affairs and General Knowledge, with 4 topics.

Are there flashcards for RRB Group D General Awareness and Current Affairs?

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