TLDR;
Alright, students! This session is a mix of Static GK and GK/GS, perfect for Railway exams. We'll solve previous homework questions, discuss important facts, and cover current affairs. Key points include:
- Solving MCQs related to current affairs and static GK.
- Discussion on important facts related to each question.
- Homework question for the next session.
Intro [0:00]
Good morning students! Welcome to Railway Testbook YouTube channel. Today's session will cover Static GK and GK/GS. Make sure audio and video are clear. Let's start without wasting time, as we have a lot to learn in a short time.
SAFF U19 Championship and Electric Bulb Invention [1:26]
India defeated Bangladesh 4-0 in the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Under-19 Women's Championship final. The electric bulb was invented by Thomas Alva Edison, who belonged to the USA.
Biological Park in Rajasthan and Operation Mega Buru [2:31]
Alwar, Rajasthan, is set to get a biological park with over 400 wild animals from 81 species, including lions, tigers, and herbivores. Operation Mega Buru, which was in the news in early 2026, aims to counter Maoist insurgency in Jharkhand.
Indian Institute of Chemical Technology and Pakal Dul Hydroelectric Project [4:28]
The Indian Institute of Chemical Technology is located in Hyderabad, Telangana, which was established in 1944 and is situated on the banks of the Musi River. The Pakal Dul Hydroelectric Project, currently under construction, is located on the Marusudar River, a tributary of the Chenab River in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir. The Marusudar River is the largest tributary of the Chenab.
BRICS Summit and Tilak's Statement [7:57]
The 17th BRICS summit in July 2025 will be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, while the 18th BRICS summit will be held in India. Valentine Chirol, a British journalist, stated that Tilak was the father of Indian unrest.
National Commission for SC and Jainism [9:35]
In March 2026, Dr. Parth Biswas assumed the role of member of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (SC). The correct statement regarding Jainism is that Mahavira's teachings were written down in Vallabhi around 1500 years ago.
New CM of Manipur and Academy Awards Host [11:06]
Yamnam Khemchand Singh has become the new Chief Minister of Manipur, following conflict between the Meitei and Kukai communities and a period of President's Rule. The United States hosts the Academy Awards annually to recognize excellence in cinema.
Nanda Devi and Matching Dynasties with Kings [13:47]
Nanda Devi National Park is located in Uttarakhand, along with Jim Corbett and Rajaji National Parks. Matching kings with their dynasties: Rajendra belongs to the Chola dynasty, Mahendravarman to the Pallava dynasty, Amoghavarsha to the Rashtrakuta dynasty, and Vishnuvardhana to the Hoysala dynasty.
Planet with Most Satellites and Alma Ata Capital [15:24]
Saturn has the highest number of natural satellites or moons in our solar system and is the second largest planet and sixth from the sun. Alma Ata is the former capital of Kazakhstan; today, the capital is Nur-Sultan.
Currency of Azerbaijan and Cyber Security Collaboration [17:02]
The currency of Azerbaijan is Manat, and its capital is Baku. In January 2026, KenSci Labs Private Limited signed an MoU with BGN to collaborate on quantum-resistant cybersecurity solutions.
First Indian Badminton Olympic Medalist and Rare Earth Elements [18:27]
Saina Nehwal was the first Indian to win an Olympic medal in badminton, securing a bronze at the London 2012 Olympics. China's dominance in rare earth element supply chains is mainly due to its extensive refining and processing capabilities rather than control over mineral reserves.
Academy Awards and Agriculture Budget [20:41]
The movie Frankenstein won awards for Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, and Best Makeup and Hairstyling at the 98th Academy Awards. There has been a 7.59% increase in the agriculture budget provision compared to the previous year.
India and Bhutan's Water Resource Commitment and International Court of Justice [22:50]
India and Bhutan reaffirmed their commitment to sustainable management of transboundary water resources in February 2026. The headquarters of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is located in The Hague, Netherlands. The ICJ is one of the six organs of the United Nations, with the other five having their headquarters in New York.
Bhagat Singh's Associate and Formation of New States in 2000 [25:48]
In 1929, Batukeshwar Dutt accompanied Bhagat Singh in throwing a bomb in the Central Legislative Assembly to protest the Public Safety Bill. The states of Chhattisgarh, Uttarakhand, and Jharkhand were formed in the year 2000. Chhattisgarh was separated from Madhya Pradesh on November 1, Uttarakhand from Uttar Pradesh on November 9, and Jharkhand from Bihar on November 15.
Mineral Hub of India and MS Dhoni's Rank in Indian Army [28:06]
The Chota Nagpur Plateau is known as the storehouse of Indian minerals. MS Dhoni holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Indian Army, which he was awarded in 2011 through the Territorial Army.
First INC Session and World Hindi Day [29:06]
The first session of the Indian National Congress (INC) was held in Bombay (now Mumbai) in 1885. World Hindi Day is celebrated on January 10, commemorating the first Hindi Summit held in Nagpur, Maharashtra, on January 10, 1975. The celebration was started in 2006.
Mariana Trench and LAN Full Form [31:05]
The Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the Earth, is located in the Pacific Ocean. The full form of LAN is Local Area Network.
Arundhati Roy's Booker Prize and Mauritius Currency [32:17]
Arundhati Roy won the Man Booker Prize in 1997 for her book "The God of Small Things." The official currency of Mauritius is the Mauritian Rupee.
Khudiram Bose's Execution and Indian Navy's Milestone [34:03]
Khudiram Bose was hanged in Muzaffarpur jail. In April 2026, the Indian Navy's marching contingent celebrated the 400th anniversary of the French Navy during the Heritage City Parade at the Escale à Sète festival.
Maritime Defence Cooperation and Durand Cup [35:35]
India's maritime defense cooperation, formalized by the Assumption Island agreement, is established with Seychelles. Exercise Lamitye is conducted between India and Seychelles. The Durand Cup is associated with football.
Tetrodotoxin and Road Transport Minister [37:00]
Tetrodotoxin (TTX) is a naturally occurring, highly potent, and heat-stable marine neurotoxin sometimes involved in seafood poisoning. The current Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways is Nitin Gadkari.
Indus Valley Site and Brazil Currency [38:27]
Ropar, located in Punjab on the banks of the Sutlej River, is not situated on the Indus River. The currency of Brazil is the Brazilian Real, and its capital is Brasilia.
Moatsu Festival and Bio-Village District [40:07]
The Moatsu festival is celebrated in Nagaland, along with Sekrenyi and Hornbill festivals. Keyi Panyor district in Arunachal Pradesh is set to become India's first bio-village district, promoting biodiversity and human welfare.
Albert Einstein's Quote and Buddha's Nirvana [41:55]
Albert Einstein said, "A table, a chair, a bowl of fruit and a violin; what else does a man need to be happy?" Buddha attained Nirvana in Bodh Gaya, Bihar, which is a religious place.
