TLDR;
Alright, folks! This session is all about cracking the Railway NTPC exam, focusing on questions from the May 7th shifts and some extra geography nuggets. The aim is to help you ace the upcoming exams with a mix of previous questions and important topics. Plus, there's a heads-up on a special संजीवनी बैच for extra prep.
- Exam-oriented GK/GS questions
- Geography questions
- Tips for June exam aspirants
Amendment 86 and Right to Education [1:22]
The 86th Amendment in 2002 brought in changes to fundamental rights, specifically Article 21A, which is about the Right to Education. This ensures free education for kids aged 6 to 14. This right was put into action on April 1, 2010. Also, the 44th Amendment moved the right to property from fundamental rights to a legal right under Article 300A.
Computer Shortcuts [3:12]
Computer shortcuts are key for the exam. Control + V is the shortcut for paste. Other important ones include: Control + C (copy), Control + X (cut), Control + Z (undo), Control + Y (redo), and Control + S (save). These shortcuts are frequently asked, so make sure you know them.
Understanding Mirage [4:14]
Mirage is an optical illusion caused by total internal reflection due to extreme heat. It makes you think there's water on the road when there isn't. The image formed in a mirage is inverted because of hot air below and cold air above. It's not magic, just a trick of the light.
Sectoral Growth Post-Independence [5:32]
From 1947 to 1991, the agriculture sector saw the slowest growth compared to services and infrastructure. Agriculture's contribution to GDP decreased from 59% in 1950 to 34.9%. While industry and services grew, agriculture faced a decline, highlighting its reduced role in GDP growth, even though it still employs a large chunk of the population.
President's Rule and Article 356 [7:18]
If a state's constitutional machinery fails, Article 356 allows the President to impose President's Rule. Article 352 is for national emergency, and Article 360 is for financial emergency. Article 153 says there should be a Governor for each state, Article 161 deals with the Governor's power to pardon, and Article 226 allows the High Court to issue writs.
ASCII Code [8:56]
ASCII code has 8 bits and 256 symbols. This was a question in the NTPC Graduate exam. The paper isn't too tough if you've studied well.
Vindhyachal Thermal Power Station [9:53]
The Vindhyachal Thermal Power Station is located in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. This area falls within the Vindhya range.
Pattachitra Art Painting [10:38]
Pattachitra art painting is found in Odisha. There are different paintings in India like Madhubani and Warli.
Indian Paintings Map [11:05]
Different regions in India have unique painting styles. Jammu and Kashmir has Basohli and Calico paintings. Haryana features Rajput and Chowk Purna paintings. Rajasthan is known for Miniature, Phad, Pichwai, Meenakari, Marwar, Kawad, Bundi, and Mandala paintings. Himachal Pradesh has Kangra and Chamba Pahari Miniature paintings. Uttarakhand showcases Garhwal, Aipan, and Peeth paintings. Uttar Pradesh has Sanjhi and Aipan, while Bihar is famous for Madhubani, Mica, and Santhal paintings. Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh both have Thangka paintings. Nagaland features Tribal Motif paintings. West Bengal is known for Patua and Kalighat paintings, while Jharkhand has Dhokra, Paitkar, Jadopatia, Sohrai, and Kohvar art. Madhya Pradesh features Gond, Bhil, Mandala, Sanjhi, Thapa, Pithora, Gondna, Tattooing, and paintings.
Hormones in Fruits and Seeds [13:01]
Cytokinin is the hormone found in abundance in fruits and seeds.
Renaming Files and Folders [13:58]
To rename a file or folder on your computer, right-click on it, select rename, type the new name, and press enter.
System Software vs Application Software [15:17]
Application software helps you perform specific tasks, while system software provides a platform for other software to run. An operating system is a system software that runs the entire computer.
The Discovery of India [16:31]
"The Discovery of India" was written by Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister. Nehru also presented the Objective Resolution, which formed the basis of the Preamble. He famously said, "Miles to go before I sleep," meaning there's much to do in life.
All India Conference of Director General and IG of Police [17:51]
The 60th All India Conference of Director General and IG of Police was held in Chhattisgarh.
Ratio of Oxygen and Hydrogen in Water [18:37]
In water (H2O), the ratio of oxygen to hydrogen by mass is 8:1. This is because one oxygen atom has 16 atomic mass units, and two hydrogen atoms have 2 atomic mass units, leading to a 16:2 ratio, which simplifies to 8:1.
Padma Shri Award 2025 [20:16]
In 2025, Miryala Apparao posthumously received the Padma Shri award for his work in Burra Katha, a traditional storytelling art. He was from Andhra Pradesh.
Legislative Assembly and Council of Ministers [21:22]
Among the Union Territories, Puducherry has a Legislative Assembly and a Council of Ministers. Delhi and Jammu & Kashmir also have these, but among the options, Puducherry is the correct answer.
International Film Festival Award [22:18]
At the 56th International Film Festival, the Golden Peacock Award for Best Feature Film went to "Skin of Youth," a Vietnamese film directed by Ash Mayfair. This festival is held annually in Goa.
India's Population Density [23:46]
According to the 2011 census, India's population density is 382 per square kilometer. Bihar has the highest density among states at 1100 per square kilometer, while Delhi leads overall with 11,000 per square kilometer. Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest density.
Landscapes of Loss [24:51]
The book "Landscapes of Loss: The Story of an Indian Drought" by Kavita Iyer studies the human and ecological impacts of droughts in India.
IUCN New Member [26:23]
Tuvalu is the 90th member added to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). The IUCN, founded in 1948, works to protect nature and biodiversity, and its headquarters are in Gland, Switzerland.
President Murmu's Meeting at India Africa Forum [28:19]
President Droupadi Murmu attended a meeting at the India Africa Forum in Angola to strengthen cooperation between the two regions.
National Strategy for Financial Inclusion [28:45]
The National Strategy for Financial Inclusion is released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Financial inclusion aims to make financial services accessible to everyone in India. The current RBI Governor is Shaktikanta Das, who is the 25th Governor.
India at the Olympic World Winter Games [30:06]
In the 2025 Special Olympic World Winter Games in Italy, India won 33 medals, topping the medal tally. This included 8 gold, 18 silver, and 7 bronze medals. The medals were won in various sports like snowshoeing, alpine skiing, and snowboarding.
Indian Statistical Institute [31:12]
The Indian Statistical Institute was established on December 17, 1931, by PC Mahalanobis. The second Five-Year Plan in India, from 1956 to 1961, is known as the Mahalanobis model, which focused on promoting industry and manufacturing.
Oxygenated Blood Flow [33:20]
Arteries carry oxygenated blood from the heart to all parts of the body. This process starts with the aorta, which receives oxygenated blood from the left ventricle and branches into smaller arteries and capillaries to deliver oxygen to tissues.
FERA Replaced by FEMA [34:46]
In 1999, the Foreign Exchange Regulation Act (FERA) was replaced by the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). FEMA aims to control foreign exchange, promote external trade, and facilitate payments and investments in India.
Chairman of Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs [36:12]
For the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, Vivek Chaturvedi was appointed as the Chairman in 2025.
Article on Municipalities [37:09]
Article 243Q deals with the establishment of municipalities. Part 9A and Schedule 12 of the Constitution, along with the 74th Amendment of 1992, cover municipalities from Article 243P to 243ZG.
Chittagong Uprising [38:12]
The Chittagong Uprising on April 18, 1930, against the British in Bengal was led by Surya Sen, also known as Master Da. He led a group of revolutionaries from the Indian Republican Army in a raid on the British colonial armory.
India's Grand Master [39:31]
Harikrishna Era became India's 87th Grandmaster in chess.
Geography Questions [40:05]
Venus has the highest average surface temperature. The largest volcano in the solar system, Olympus Mons, is on Mars. When the Earth, Moon, and Sun align, it's called a solar eclipse. The cloud of icy bodies beyond Neptune is called the Oort cloud. The Great Red Spot is found on Jupiter. Arunachal Pradesh shares borders with Bhutan, China, and Myanmar. Uranus has the highest axial tilt. The New Horizons project studied Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. Venus is the closest planet to the Sun among the options given. The northern part of India's western coast is called the Konkan Coast. The Srisailam Dam is built on the Krishna River. Europa, a moon of Jupiter, is believed to have a large ocean beneath its surface. Patna is situated on the banks of the Ganges River. The Sun's mass is about 74% hydrogen. Chandrayaan-3 was launched on July 14, 2023, by ISRO, reached on August 23, 2023, and included the Vikram lander and Pragyan rover. The Western Ghats cause heavy rainfall on India's western coasts. Chandrayaan-3 aimed for a soft landing on the Moon's south pole. The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III was used for Chandrayaan-3. Kerala has the highest reserves of thorium in India. The Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft weighed approximately 3290 kg.
Memory Based Test and Sanjeevani Batch [47:09]
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