TLDR;
This YouTube video by SSC Wallah provides a comprehensive overview of current affairs, covering national and international news, appointments, and sports updates. It also includes a review of static GK questions. Key highlights include the introduction of the "Vikshit Bharat Shiksha Adhiniyam Bill 2024," discussions on India-Maldives joint military exercises, the celebration of Vijay Diwas, and the release of the Arton Capital Passport Index.
- Discussion on the "Vikshit Bharat Shiksha Adhiniyam Bill 2024"
- Overview of the Ekagaatha Exercise between India and Maldives
- Commemoration of Vijay Diwas and its historical context
- Analysis of India's ranking in the Arton Capital Passport Index
- Introduction of the Meri Yojana Portal by Uttarakhand government
- UNESCO's recognition of Italian cuisine
Introduction [0:08]
The lecture begins with a welcome and an overview of the topics to be covered, including important current affairs up to the present morning. The presenter mentions an upcoming yearly current affairs event and encourages viewers to like and share it. The session starts slightly earlier than usual to accommodate the extensive content planned for the day.
Thought of the Day [1:29]
The presenter shares an inspirational thought emphasizing the importance of effort and action to achieve success. They also discuss the varying patterns of static GK and current affairs questions in the Delhi Police exam, noting the unpredictability of the question distribution.
PM Modi Receives Highest Ethiopian Award [2:15]
PM Modi was honored with Ethiopia's highest award, the Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia, bringing his total global awards to 28. The award was presented by the PM of Ethiopia. Further details will be provided in the next lecture.
Vikshit Bharat Shiksha Adhiniyam Bill 2024 [3:27]
A new bill, the "Vikshit Bharat Shiksha Adhiniyam Bill 2024," has been introduced for higher education in India. This bill aims to replace the existing regulatory bodies like UGC, AICTE, and NCTE with a single, combined entity to enhance transparency and accountability. The new structure will include a chairperson, a secretary, eminent persons, and government-nominated individuals, all appointed by the Indian government. The combined body will have three parts: the Higher Education Registration Council for governance, the National Accreditation Council for university rankings, and the General Education Standard Council to ensure necessary standards in colleges and universities. This initiative is based on the National Education Policy 2020.
Static GK Questions [9:52]
The presenter reviews several static GK questions, including the location of Kanha National Park (Madhya Pradesh), the dates of Hindi Diwas (January 10 for the world and September 14 nationally), the location of the Kundakulam Nuclear Power Plant (Tamil Nadu), and the Mahabodhi Temple (Bodh Gaya, Bihar).
Ekagaatha Exercise with Maldives [11:06]
The "Ekagaatha 2025" exercise, an India-Maldives joint military exercise, is discussed. This is the 8th edition of the exercise, with the first edition held in 2017, and is hosted in the Maldives. The presenter also mentions the "Equiverin" exercise, another India-Maldives joint military exercise, which is an army exercise conducted in Kerala in 2025, contrasting it with the naval nature of Ekagaatha. Other details about Maldives are shared, including its capital, Malé, the Great Himale Project, and the local language, Divehi. The largest island in the Maldives is identified as Gyan Island, and it is noted as the smallest country by area.
BCCI and ISRO [15:25]
BCCI Cricketer of the Year 2022 is Virat Kohli. The full form of ISRO (Indian Space Research Organization) and its headquarters in Bengaluru are mentioned. The ISRO act was created in 1980. Ajanta Caves are located in Maharashtra.
Vijay Diwas [17:27]
Vijay Diwas, celebrated on December 16th, commemorates the 1971 war between India and Pakistan that led to the creation of Bangladesh. The presenter details the events leading up to the war, including Operation Search Light by Pakistan, and India's involvement under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Key operations such as Operation Trident (December 4th) and Operation Python (December 8th) are highlighted, leading to the surrender of approximately 93,000 Pakistani soldiers and the establishment of Bangladesh. Bangladesh celebrates its independence day on March 26th.
First Women in Various Fields [21:54]
A series of questions about the first women in various fields are presented, including Annie Besant as the first woman president of IAC, Anna Chandy as the first female judge of the High Court, Benazir Bhutto as the first Muslim woman president of the world, and Sirima Bandaranaike as the first female Prime Minister of Sri Lanka.
Arton Capital Passport Index [23:00]
The Arton Capital Passport Index ranks India at 67th position. The index, compiled by a Canadian institute in Montreal, assesses the effectiveness of a country's passport based on visa-free travel. The UAE is ranked first, allowing visa-free entry to 126 countries, while India's passport allows access to 74 countries. Afghanistan, Syria and Iraq are at the bottom of the list.
Static GK Questions [26:43]
The presenter asks static GK questions, including the lightest gas (Helium), the article related to the Uniform Civil Code (Article 44), another name for the Kali River (Yamuna), and the location of Humayun's Tomb (Delhi).
Appointment of Chief Information Commissioner [27:54]
Rajkumar Goyal has been appointed as the Chief Information Commissioner (CIC) and was sworn in by President Draupadi Murmu in Delhi. The CIC post falls under the Right to Information Act of 2005, which replaced the Freedom of Information Act of 2002. The appointment was decided by a committee including the PM, the Union Minister (Amit Shah), and the Leader of the Opposition Party in Lok Sabha, as per Article 12(3) of the RTI Act.
Static GK Questions [31:47]
The presenter asks static GK questions, including the location of Charminar (Hyderabad), Fatehpur Sikri (Uttar Pradesh), the tidal port of India (Kandla Port, Gujarat), and the location of Virupaksha Temple and Gomateshwara Temple (Karnataka).
New Passes Open in Sikkim [32:50]
Sikkim has opened two new passes, Chola and Dokla, for tourists under the Bharat Ranbhoomi Darshan Yojana, which was discussed in the 2024-2025 budget. Chola is located on the Chola Range near the India-China border and Nathu La Pass, while Dokla is situated at an altitude of 15,600 feet. Both locations were closed due to conflicts but have now been reopened. The initiative falls under the Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Tourism.
Postal Stamp Released for Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar [36:23]
A postal stamp has been released for Perumbidugu Mutharaiyar, a figure from the Pallava Kingdom who fought alongside Nandi Varman. The stamp was released by the Vice President of India.
Static GK Questions [37:44]
The presenter asks static GK questions, including the location of Golconda Fort (Hyderabad), Nathula Pass (Sikkim), the organ related to Peacemaker (United Nations Peacekeeping Forces), and the founder of the Pala Dynasty in Assam (Gopal).
Wildlife Corridor on National Highway 45 [38:20]
India's first wildlife corridor is being introduced on National Highway 45 in Madhya Pradesh to prevent conflicts between humans and animals. The corridor connects the Noura Dehi Wildlife Sanctuary and Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve, spanning 11.96 km between Bhopal and Jabalpur. It is being developed under the Green Highway Policy 2015, with approximately 25 underpasses for wildlife.
Static GK Questions [41:45]
The presenter asks static GK questions, including the hottest planet (Venus), the prime content of diamond (Carbon), what is called Black Gold (Petroleum products), and the location of UNESCO headquarters (Paris).
Meri Yojana Portal in Uttarakhand [42:31]
The "Meri Yojana" portal has been launched by the Uttarakhand government to provide information on state and central government schemes. The portal aims to ensure that the benefits of these schemes reach every citizen by providing easy-to-understand information and appointing volunteers to assist in disseminating the information.
UNESCO Recognizes Italian Cuisine [44:39]
UNESCO has included a country's national cuisine on its list for the first time, recognizing Italian cuisine. Specifically, the Neapolitan pizza has been added to the list. This announcement was made during UNESCO's session in India.
ICC Player of the Month and IPL Auction [46:28]
Shafali Verma has been named the ICC Women's Player of the Month for November, while Simon Harmer from South Africa has been awarded the title in the men's category. Additionally, Prashant Veer from Amethi, UP, was bought by CSK in the IPL auction for ₹14.20 crore, making him the most expensive uncapped player.
Shikhar Dhawan's Autobiography [48:29]
Shikhar Dhawan's autobiography, titled "The One Cricket: My Life and More," has been released.
One-Liners [49:08]
Times Magazine has named the Architect of AI as Person of the Year. Ravi Ranjan has been appointed as the new Managing Director of SBI.
Revision [50:01]
The presenter reviews key points from the lecture, including PM Modi's three-country visit, the attack in Australia during the Jewish festival, the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia over the Preah Vihear Temple, the ASEAN India Tourism Exchange Program 2025 in Guwahati, and India's first power museum in Patna, Bihar. India is ranked third in global AI, and the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve is located in Madhya Pradesh. Pondu Khadi has received a GI tag from Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh has been declared Naxal-free. India won the Asian Squash World Championship.
