TLDR;
Alright, so in this session, the educator discusses and answers multiple-choice questions related to current affairs, general knowledge, and Indian history, with a focus on railway exams. Key points include discussions on railway electrification, historical figures, sports awards, economic schemes, and geographical facts. The session also includes information about the Testbook application and offers on super pass subscriptions.
- Testbook app provides access to 375+ government exams.
- Discussion on India's railway electrification achievements.
- Questions cover a range of topics including history, geography, and current events.
Introduction and App Promotion [0:18]
The session starts with a quick sound check and a greeting to the students. The educator promotes the Testbook application, highlighting that it offers access to over 375 government exams with a single subscription, covering railways, SSC, and state exams. She also reminds students to share the session with their friends.
Homework Question Discussion [1:50]
The educator begins by discussing a homework question about Indian Railways achieving the world's largest electrified rail network under the Mission 100% Railway Electrification. The correct answer is option C, highlighting India's achievement.
Technical Difficulties and Session Restart [2:27]
Due to a technical glitch, the educator accidentally uses an old PPT. She takes a moment to update the presentation, allowing students to chat among themselves while she fixes the issue. After resolving the problem, she restarts the session with the first question.
Current Affairs and General Knowledge Questions [5:56]
The session includes a question about which authority discovered unaccounted assets worth over 24 crore in Karnataka in July 2025, with the answer being Karnataka Lokayukta. Another question asks about the name of Jhum farming in Odisha, which is called 'Bringa'.
History and Architecture Questions [7:53]
The educator asks about the architect of India Gate, with the correct answer being Edwin Lutyens, inaugurated on February 12, 1931. Another question focuses on who was not associated with the Prarthana Samaj, with Mahatma Gandhi being the correct answer.
Lokpal and State Boundaries [9:11]
The discussion moves to when the Lokpal celebrated its first establishment day, answering that it was on January 16, commemorating the enactment of the Lokpal and Lokayukta Act of 2013. The session also covers which Indian state shares the longest border with China, which is Arunachal Pradesh, with its capital being Itanagar, and the boundary known as the McMahon Line.
Constitution and Sports [11:25]
The educator asks where the concept of single citizenship in the Indian Constitution was taken from, answering that it was taken from the British Constitution, similar to the Rule of Law. The session includes a question about which male field athlete joined Usain Bolt as a Laureus Sportsman of the Year winner, with the answer being Mondo Duplantis.
Geography and Classical Languages [12:58]
The educator discusses the date of the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere, which is June 21, also known as International Yoga Day, first celebrated in 2015. The session includes a question about which languages have been given the status of classical languages, with the correct answer being all of the options provided.
Skill Development and Historical Figures [16:21]
The educator discusses the Craftsman Training Scheme, stating that trainees are required to have 150 hours of on-the-job training. The session includes a question about who started the Mooknayak newspaper in 1920, with the answer being B. R. Ambedkar, who was born in the Mahar caste.
Parliamentary Procedures and Financial Matters [18:04]
The educator explains that the President of India addresses both houses of Parliament at the beginning of the session each year and after each general election to the Lok Sabha. The session includes a question about how many consecutive times Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the budget in Parliament, with the answer being the ninth time.
Sports and International Relations [19:44]
The educator asks which team won the Laureus World Team of the Year award in 2025, with the answer being Real Madrid. The session includes a question about the Takeshima Dokdo Islands dispute, which is related to a sovereignty dispute between Japan and South Korea.
Geography and Historical Agreements [21:39]
The educator discusses which mountain pass is known as the gateway to the Zanskar Valley, with the answer being Pensi-La. The session includes a question about the Citizenship Amendment Act of 1985, which is related to the Assam Accord.
Sports and Economic Schemes [23:42]
The educator asks who Madison Keys defeated in the Australian Open 2025 final, with the answer being Aryna Sabalenka. The session includes a question about when the Gold Monetization Scheme was launched by the Indian government, with the answer being in November 2015.
Social Schemes and Art [25:18]
The educator discusses the central objective of the Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0 scheme, which is to strengthen early childhood care and nutrition delivery systems. The session includes a question about what the Pichwai paintings depict, with the answer being scenes from the life of Lord Krishna, originating from Nathdwara, Rajasthan.
History and Social Justice [27:54]
The educator asks about the dynasty to which King Kharavela of Kalinga belonged, with the answer being the Mahameghavahana dynasty. The session includes a question about which digital facility was launched during the Ageing with Dignity program by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment in May 2025, with the answer being the Senior Citizen Welfare Portal.
Governance and Appointments [29:33]
The educator discusses when the Central Administrative Tribunal was established, with the answer being in 1985 under Article 323A. The session includes a question about who was appointed as the Executive Director of the Reserve Bank of India in March 2025, with the answer being Dr. Ajit Ratnakar Joshi.
Awards and Infrastructure [31:15]
The educator asks how many posthumous awards were given in the Sena Medal category for 2026, with the answer being five. The session includes a question about which model was used to develop the first phase of the Noida International Airport, which was inaugurated in March 2026, with the answer being the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model.
Economics and Constitutional Amendments [33:16]
The educator discusses Mukesh Ambani's global rank and total assets according to Forbes World's Billionaires List 2026, with his rank being 21st. The session includes a question about which fundamental right was included by the 86th Amendment to the Constitution in December 2002, with the answer being education.
Education and Economic Systems [36:10]
The educator explains that in a capitalist society, goods are distributed based on purchasing power rather than need.
International Relations and Sports Tournaments [37:42]
The educator discusses that on June 20, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially dispatched the first rail engine export made in India to the Republic of Guinea. The session includes a question about where Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 72nd National Volleyball Tournament in January 2026, with the answer being Varanasi.
Environmental Science and Historical Events [38:36]
The educator asks how many earthquakes were recorded in India between November 2024 and February 2025, according to the Ministry of Earth Sciences, with the answer being 159. The session includes a question about when the Indian Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution, with the answer being November 26, 1949.
Art and Historical Figures [40:10]
The educator discusses which painting opposes the caste system in society, with the answer being "Of Walls" by Anupam Sud. The session includes a question about who built the Kailash Temple in Ellora, with the answer being Krishna I.
Ancient Civilizations and Awards [41:45]
The educator asks which site of the Indus Valley Civilization is not located on the banks of the Indus River, with the answer being Rupar, which is located on the banks of the Sutlej River in Punjab. The session includes a question about which film Ludwig Göransson won the Best Original Score award at the 98th Academy Awards, with the answer being Oppenheimer.
Literature and Road Construction [43:10]
The educator asks who wrote the novel Karmabhoomi, with the answer being Munshi Premchand. The session includes a question about who built the Grand Trunk Road, with the answer being Sher Shah Suri.
Economics and Sports Coaching [44:05]
The educator discusses that the banking economy falls under the tertiary sector. The session includes a question about which coach received the Dronacharya Award for Para Shooting in 2025, with the answer being Subhash Rana.
Homework and Subscription Details [46:04]
The educator assigns a homework question about what the Dronacharya Award is related to. She provides details about the Testbook Super Pass Live subscription, offering a discount using the coupon code RIYA. The session concludes with a thank you and farewell to the students.