TLDR;
Alright students, good wala good morning! This session covers static GK, current affairs, history, and other subjects. Key points include:
- Announcement of Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana with a total investment of ₹1 lakh crore.
- Discussion on international agreements and collaborations, including those with Russia and for narcotics control.
- Review of various awards, schemes, and initiatives, such as the Padma awards and the Jal Jeevan Mission.
Intro [0:15]
Good morning everyone! I, Riya Rathore, welcome you all to the Railway Testbook YouTube channel. I hope you are doing well and your studies are going smoothly. As you know, it's 10:00 AM and we have our special GK/GS session where we cover static GK, polity, history, current affairs, and other subjects. A warm welcome to all the students who have joined us. I hope the audio and video are clear. Many students were waiting before I arrived. Let's start the session. If you haven't downloaded the app, please do so. If you are new to the channel, please subscribe.
Coal India Limited CMD [1:25]
The Coal Ministry has appointed B. Sai Ram as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Coal India Limited. Many of you answered correctly. So, B. Sai Ram is the right answer.
PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana [1:57]
The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana was announced on 15th August 2025, with a target to generate 3.5 crore jobs in two years. The total investment for this scheme is ₹1 lakh crore. So, the correct answer is option C, ₹1 lakh crore.
Logistic Support Agreement [3:20]
India has signed a reciprocal logistics support agreement with Russia to strengthen the logistics field. So, the correct answer is India and Russia, which is option B.
Microprocessor Chips [4:02]
ISRO and the Semiconductor Laboratory have developed two 32-bit microprocessor chips for space applications. The names of these chips are Vikram 321 and Kalpana 3201. So, the correct answer is option B.
International Women’s Day [4:48]
On International Women's Day 2025, the State Bank of India launched a collateral-free digital SME loan called 'Asmita' for women entrepreneurs. So, the correct answer is option D, State Bank of India.
Index of Industrial Production (IIP) [5:50]
The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recently fell to a three-month low of 4% in September 2025. This index is released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. So, the correct answer is option C.
Padma Awards 2026 [6:35]
In 2026, the central government announced the Padma Awards. A total of 131 Padma Awards were given: 5 Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan, and 113 Padma Shri. Only three individuals from Chhattisgarh were selected for these awards. So, the correct answer is option B.
International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) [7:48]
In October 2025, Armenia joined the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) as a state member. The headquarters of IUCN is located in Gland, Switzerland. So, the correct answer is option B, Armenia.
August 2025 Core Industries Index [9:03]
In August 2025, according to the Index of Eight Core Industries, the steel sector recorded the highest growth. So, the correct answer is option B, steel.
North Eastern Region District SDG Index [10:20]
According to the second edition of the North Eastern Region District SDG Index released in July 2025, Hahthiyal district in Mizoram recorded the highest SDG score with 81.43. SDG stands for Sustainable Development Goals, which aim from 2015 to 2030 with a total of 17 goals. So, the correct answer is option C, Hahthiyal.
Chief Election Commissioner Selection [11:30]
The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners Bill 2023, recently introduced in the Rajya Sabha, seeks to remove the Chief Justice of India from the panel for the selection of CEC and ECs. The selection panel includes the PM, the leader of the opposition, and previously included the CJI. So, the correct answer is option D, Chief Justice of India.
Grammy Awards 2025 [12:51]
At the 68th Grammy Awards, Olivia Dean was named the Best New Artist. The Grammy Awards are the biggest awards in the music industry. Olivia Dean is British. So, the correct answer is option C, Olivia Dean.
Aravalli Hills Definition [13:44]
According to a uniform definition approved by the Supreme Court, a landform qualifies as an Aravalli hill if it has a height of at least 100 meters in the notified districts. So, the correct answer is option B.
Indian Air Force Day 2025 [14:43]
In 2025, the Indian Air Force Day will be the 93rd edition. Indian Air Force Day is celebrated on 8th of October. The Air Force was established in 1932. So, the correct answer is option D, 93rd.
Thawar Chand Gehlot [15:54]
Thawar Chand Gehlot is the 19th Governor of Karnataka and the first Governor of Karnataka from Madhya Pradesh. So, both statements are correct, making option C the correct answer.
England Cricketer Knight Title [17:00]
On October 28, 2025, James Anderson, a veteran England cricketer, was formally awarded the title of Knight at Windsor Castle. So, the correct answer is option C, James Anderson.
MNREGA Replacement Bill [17:54]
A new bill introduced in the Lok Sabha proposes to replace the supply-driven rural employment framework of MNREGA with a demand-driven one, guaranteeing 125 days of work. This is mentioned in the budget of 2026-27. The name of the bill is Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Bill. MNREGA guarantees 100 days of work, but this bill proposes 125 days. So, the correct answer is option B.
FDI in Insurance Sector [18:47]
As per the notification issued in September 2025, the Ministry of Finance has set the FDI limit in the insurance sector at 100%. So, the correct answer is option D, 100%.
Narcotics Control Agreement [19:18]
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) have signed an MoU to enhance cooperation in narcotics control and cyber-enabled drug crimes. So, the correct answer is option B, NCB and RRU.
Electrical Safety Day 2025 [20:21]
On Electrical Safety Day 2025, the Ministry of Power launched an initiative to spread awareness about safe practices. The name of the initiative is Suraksha Shakti Mascot. Electrical Safety Day 2025 was celebrated on 26th of June. So, the correct answer is option B.
Sharda Sinha Padma Vibhushan [21:24]
In 2025, Sharda Sinha, who was awarded the Padma Vibhushan, is originally known for singing in Bhojpuri and Maithili languages. She is also known as the 'Bihar Kokila'. So, the correct answer is option D, Bhojpuri and Maithili.
ICC Player of the Month November 2025 [22:48]
Simon Harmer from South Africa was chosen as the ICC Men's Player of the Month for November 2025 after winning the Test series against India. So, the correct answer is option C, Simon Harmer.
Smart Cities Mission Anniversary [24:01]
In June 2025, the Smart Cities Mission completed 10 years. The Smart Cities Mission was launched on 25th June 2015. So, the correct answer is option A, 10 years.
World Polio Day 2025 Theme [24:47]
The theme for World Polio Day 2025 is "End Polio: Every Child, Every Vaccine, Everywhere." World Polio Day is celebrated on 24th of October. Jonas Salk is honored for his contributions. The initiative began in 1955. So, the correct answer is option B.
Nobel Peace Prize 2025 [25:40]
The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Maria Machado for supporting democracy and peaceful resistance in Venezuela. Nobel Prizes are awarded in six categories. So, the correct answer is option C, Maria Machado.
Global Forest Resources Assessment 2025 [26:21]
According to the Global Forest Resources Assessment 2025, India ranks ninth globally in total forest area. In terms of annual forest area gain, India ranks third. So, the correct answer is option C, Third.
Federal Budget 2025-26 FDI [27:57]
As per the Federal Budget 2025-26, the revised FDI for the insurance sector is 100%. So, the correct answer is 100%.
Sabhasar Tool [28:56]
The purpose of the Sabhasar tool, developed by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, is to generate minutes of meetings conducted by the Gram Sabha. So, the correct answer is option B.
WHO Summit Postal Ticket [29:27]
In December 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative postal ticket during the second WHO World Summit on Traditional Medicine. This ticket is dedicated to the medicinal plant Ashwagandha. The event was held on 19th December 2025 at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi. So, the correct answer is option B, Ashwagandha.
PM Modi's Visit to Neighboring Country [30:49]
In November 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Bhutan, focusing on hydroelectric and digital cooperation under the "Neighborhood First" policy. The currency of Bhutan is Ngultrum, and the capital is Thimpu. So, the correct answer is option B, Bhutan.
Shri S Ramakrishnan Center [31:37]
In March 2025, the Shri S Ramakrishnan Center of Excellence in Fluid and Thermal Science Research was launched at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras. So, the correct answer is option A.
Global Methane Pledge [33:22]
Consider the following statements regarding the Global Methane Pledge:
- The pledge was announced during the COP26 climate conference in Glasgow.
- The aim is to significantly reduce global methane emissions by 2030 compared to 2020 levels.
- India is not a formal signatory to this pledge, citing concerns related to the agricultural sector and development priorities.
Only two statements are correct. So, the correct answer is option B.
New IUCN State Member [34:59]
Recently, Tuvalu became the 90th state member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). So, the correct answer is option B, Tuvalu.
Digitalizing Evidence Collection [35:49]
The main objective of digitizing evidence collection under the Indian Evidence Act is to improve accuracy and reduce tampering. So, the correct answer is option D.
Archery World Cup 2025 [36:27]
In the Archery World Cup Stage One 2025, Dheeraj Bommadevara won the bronze medal in the men's individual recurve event. So, the correct answer is option C, Dheeraj Bommadevara.
Military Exercise Participation [38:01]
In 2025, India participated for the first time in the military exercise "Talisman Sabre." Initially, only Australia and the US participated in this exercise. So, the correct answer is option D, Talisman Sabre.
Neeraj Chopra Paris Diamond League [38:27]
Neeraj Chopra won the Paris Diamond League 2025 with an initial throw of 88.16 meters at the State Sebastien Charlety. So, the correct answer is option C.
India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Model [39:29]
At the BRICS meeting in 2025, India's Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) model was shared. A key benefit of this model is reducing financial exclusion. So, the correct answer is reducing financial exclusion.
Oldest Olympic Champion Death [40:11]
Charles Coste, the world's oldest Olympic champion, passed away in October 2025 at the age of 101. He was from France and his sport was cycling. So, the correct answer is Charles Coste.
Turkey's Non-Nuclear Bomb [41:21]
Turkey's most powerful non-nuclear bomb is named "Gazab." So, the correct answer is option C, Gazab.
World Green Economy Summit 2025 [42:01]
The 11th World Green Economy Summit 2025 was held in Dubai. The theme was "Innovating for Impact." So, the correct answer is option B, Innovating for Impact.
ICC Women's World Cup 2025 [42:53]
Deepti Sharma was chosen as the Player of the Series in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025. So, the correct answer is option C, Deepti Sharma.
James Webb Space Telescope Observation [43:35]
By December 2025, the James Webb Space Telescope made a new observation about a distant exoplanet. The observation was about detecting a lemon-shaped exoplanet orbiting a pulsar. The James Webb Telescope is associated with NASA. So, the correct answer is option B.
Jal Jeevan Mission [44:36]
As of December 1, 2025, 81% of rural households in India have tap water connections under the Jal Jeevan Mission. The Jal Jeevan Mission was launched on 15th August 2019. So, the correct answer is 81%.
Teesta River Flood [45:44]
In October 2023, a glacial lake outburst flood caused a sudden flood in the Teesta River, which originated from the South Lhonak Lake in Sikkim. So, the correct answer is option C, South Lhonak Lake.
National Population Commission [46:26]
According to the National Population Commission, what is the estimated population of India by 2036? Please provide the answer in the homework.
