Gk Top 50 Questions | General Knowledge | Set 1 | Static Gk Most Important | ssc cgl, upsc, cds chsl

Summary

This video from Ravi Aditi Classes presents the top 50 general knowledge questions essential for various exams, covering history, geography, science, and current affairs. Key topics include the Iron Pillar at Mehrauli, India’s largest freshwater lake, endangered Asiatic lions, vitamins, national highways, classical dances, important national days, and prominent historical figures. Each question is paired with detailed explanations and additional facts, making it a comprehensive revision tool. The video also highlights exam-relevant facts such as amendments in the Indian Constitution, capitals of empires, and significant festivals. Ideal for students seeking an efficient, all-in-one GK preparation guide.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Iron Pillar at Mehrauli was constructed by Chandragupta II of the Gupta dynasty, while Kumaragupta established Nalanda University.
• 😀 The largest freshwater lake in India is Vembanad Lake in Kerala; other notable lakes include Chilika (Odisha), Pulicat (Andhra Pradesh), and Dal Lake (Srinagar, Kashmir).
• 😀 Endangered Asiatic lions can be found in Gir National Park, while Kaziranga and Orang National Parks are located in Assam, and Ranthambore National Park is in Rajasthan.
• 😀 Tocopherol is the chemical name for Vitamin E; Retinol is Vitamin A, Niacin is Vitamin B3, and Calciferol is Vitamin D.
• 😀 The headquarters of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is in Beijing, China, and the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty was Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, also known as Ghazi Malik.
• 😀 Lord Cornwallis is known as the Father of Civil Services in British India, and the author of 'Vande Mataram' is Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, while 'Sare Jahan Se Achha' was written by Muhammad Iqbal.
• 😀 After the Battle of Plassey, Mir Jafar became the Nawab of Bengal, and Ibn Battuta visited India during Muhammad bin Tughlaq's reign.
• 😀 Sunlight consists of seven colors: Violet, Indigo, Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange, and Red, with red having the highest wavelength.
• 😀 Kamakhya Temple is located in Guwahati, Assam, and the Ambubachi Mela is celebrated there; the longest national highway in India is NH 44, connecting Srinagar to Kanyakumari.
• 😀 Fundamental rights are covered in Part Three of the Indian Constitution, while fundamental duties are mentioned in Article 51A; the right to property was removed as a fundamental right by the 44th Amendment and moved to Article 300A.
• 😀 The Reserve Bank of India is headquartered in Mumbai and was established in 1935; the Prime Minister serves as the ex-officio chairman of the NITI Aayog.
• 😀 Notable festivals include Onam in Kerala, Gangaur in Rajasthan, and Sattriya dance is the classical form of Assam; other classical dances include Odissi (Odisha), Bharatanatyam (Tamil Nadu), and Manipuri (Manipur).
• 😀 National Science Day is observed on February 28, International Tiger Day on July 29, World Lion Day on August 10, and National Earth Day on April 22.
• 😀 The first woman chief minister of an Indian state was Sucheta Kripalani; the atomic number of carbon is 6, and mitochondria is known as the powerhouse of the cell.
• 😀 PMJJY (Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Yojana) has a premium of ₹436, Doodhsagar Waterfall is located in Goa, and the Godavari River is called the 'Ganga of the South'.

Q & A

Who constructed the Iron Pillar at Mehrauli?

The Iron Pillar at Mehrauli was constructed by Chandragupta II, a ruler of the Gupta dynasty.

Which is the largest freshwater lake in India?

The largest freshwater lake in India is Vembanad Lake, located in Kerala.

Where can the endangered Asiatic lions be found?

Endangered Asiatic lions can be found in the Gir National Park in Gujarat.

What is the chemical name of Vitamin E?

The chemical name of Vitamin E is Tocopherol.

Who is known as the Father of Civil Services in British India?

Lord Cornwallis is known as the Father of Civil Services in British India.

Which mountain range extends from Gujarat through Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh to Chhattisgarh?

The Satpura Range extends from Gujarat through Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh to Chhattisgarh.

Which Indian classical dance form is associated with Assam?

The classical dance form associated with Assam is Sattriya.

Who wrote 'Ramcharitmanas' and during whose reign?

'Ramcharitmanas' was written by Tulsidas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar.

What is the premium for the PMJJBY (Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana) scheme?

The premium for PMJJBY is ₹436 per year.

Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights?

Part Three of the Indian Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights.