Brief Summary
This YouTube video by Examपुर is a comprehensive class for RRB NTPC exam preparation, covering various subjects like History, Polity, Economy, Geography, and Static GK. The instructor emphasizes the importance of a strong GK/GS foundation for the exam and discusses numerous questions related to Indian history, economics, science, and current affairs. The session includes detailed explanations, facts, and tips to help students effectively tackle the Railway exam.
- Covers History, Polity, Economy, Geography, and Static GK.
- Includes detailed explanations, facts, and tips.
- Provides information about a special batch for RRB NTPC exam preparation.
Introduction
The instructor, Ankit Tiwari, welcomes students to the Examपुर platform for a special RRB NTPC class. He assures that the class will cover a wide range of topics relevant to the Railway exam, including History, Polity, Economy, Geography, and Static GK. The goal is to provide a comprehensive learning experience to help students succeed in their exams.
History Questions
The discussion begins with a History question about Lord Cornwallis and the Permanent Settlement. The Permanent Settlement was implemented in 1793 in Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa, with the zamindars as the primary authority. James Grant opposed the Permanent Settlement proposal. John Shore later became the Governor-General.
Economics Questions
The lecture moves to Economics, focusing on the first estimation of average per capita income in India. In 1867-68, Dadabhai Naoroji estimated the national income, calculating an annual per capita income of ₹20. R.C. Dutt wrote the book "Economic History of India," while Dadabhai Naoroji authored "Un-British Rule in India."
Asiatic Society of Bengal
The discussion shifts to the establishment of the Asiatic Society of Bengal in Calcutta for the development of education in India. Sir William Jones founded the Asiatic Society of Bengal in 1784. During Warren Hastings' tenure, many new changes occurred, including the establishment of a Sanskrit college in Benaras and the translation of the Gita.
Science Questions: Vitamins
The lecture transitions to Science, specifically focusing on vitamins and their chemical names. Pyridoxine is the chemical name for Vitamin B6. Vitamin B1 is known as Thiamine, and its deficiency causes Beriberi. Vitamin B2 is Riboflavin. Vitamin B5 is known as Pantothenic acid. Vitamin B12, or Cobalamin, is associated with anemia. Vitamin K is essential for blood clotting, and Vitamin E is known as the beauty vitamin, with its deficiency potentially reducing fertility.
Science Questions: Diseases
The discussion covers diseases and their causes. Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by Mycobacterium, malaria by Plasmodium, and AIDS by HIV. Cholera is caused by bacteria, not influenza, and is often contracted through contaminated water. Other bacterial diseases include diphtheria, leprosy, and pneumonia. A trick to remember bacterial diseases is "Headita Kuniti," which includes diseases like Cholera, Diphtheria, Typhoid, Leprosy, and Pneumonia.
Science Questions: Parks and Institutes
The lecture discusses various parks and institutes in India. The National Sugar Institute is located in Kanpur, while the Sugarcane Institute is in Lucknow. The Leather Technology Park is in Unnao, specifically in Banthra, which is also a Special Economic Zone (SEZ). The Indian Pulses Research Institute is in Kanpur, and the Indian Institute of Vegetable Research is in Varanasi. Greater Noida is known as the Knowledge Park, and the Biotechnology Park is in Lucknow.
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) was established in 1986 to set standards for products in India. It was amended in 2017. During its establishment, Rajiv Gandhi was the Prime Minister.
Polity: Panchayati Raj System
The lecture shifts to Polity, discussing the Panchayati Raj system in India. The Panchayati Raj system is mentioned in Schedule 11 of the Indian Constitution, with articles ranging from 243 to 243O. Article 40 also provides provisions for the Panchayati Raj system. The system falls under the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), which are in Part 4 of the Constitution, covering Articles 36 to 51. The 73rd Amendment to the Constitution implemented the 11th Schedule on April 24, 1993, which is why Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated on April 24.
Static GK: Sariska Sanctuary
The lecture covers Static GK, focusing on the Sariska Sanctuary near Jaisalmer in Rajasthan, known for tigers. The Bishnoi community in Rajasthan reveres deer. Sariska is home to tigers from Madhya Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh has the largest forest area in India.
Education: Magna Carta
The discussion shifts to education, identifying the document referred to as the Magna Carta of Indian education. The Charles Wood Dispatch Act of 1854, introduced by Dalhousie, is known as the Magna Carta of Indian education. The act led to the establishment of three initial universities in Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras in 1857. The fourth university was established in Allahabad. The Hunter Commission and Sadler Commission (1917) were also related to education.
Theosophical Society
The Theosophical Society aimed to bring about religious reform in India. It was founded in 1875 in the USA by Madam Blavatsky and Colonel Olcott. In 1882, the society established its international headquarters in Adyar, Madras. Annie Besant was associated with this organization and was involved in the Indian national movement.
Science: Gases in Dry Air
The lecture covers Science, focusing on the most abundant gas in dry air. Argon is the most abundant inert gas in the atmosphere. Carbon dioxide is found in dry ice. Helium is a light gas found in the sun and planets like Jupiter. Methane is found in paddy fields and biogas.
National Parks and Sanctuaries
The lecture discusses national parks and sanctuaries. Nagarhole National Park is in Karnataka. Betla National Park is known for birds. Indravati National Park is in Chhattisgarh, near the Indravati River. Dandeli Sanctuary is in Karnataka and was developed due to the Kali River.
Repeated Questions and Acts
The instructor revisits questions about Sariska and Ranthambore, which are known for tigers and are located in Rajasthan. The Charles Wood Dispatch Act, introduced during Dalhousie's time, is again identified as the Magna Carta of Indian education. The Charter Act of 1833 allowed Indians to participate in the administration of their country. The Charter Act of 1813 ended the East India Company's trade monopoly, except for tea and trade with China.
Railways and Textile Industry
Bal Gangadhar Tilak stated that operating railways in India was like decorating another man's wife, as it would not benefit Indians. Lord William Bentinck made a statement about the skeletons of cotton weavers bleaching the plains of India, highlighting the impact of British policies on the Indian textile industry. Ahmedabad was known as the Manchester of India, Kanpur as the Manchester of North India, and Coimbatore as the Manchester of South India.
Neighboring Countries and Languages
Mandarin is the official language of China. Globally, English is the most spoken language, followed by Mandarin, and Hindi is third. Languages are listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, with 22 languages mentioned. Pashto is the language of Afghanistan, and Nepali is the language of Nepal.
Bhutan and National Games
Archery is the national game of Bhutan. Cricket is the national game of Britain and Australia. The capital of Bhutan is Thimpu. The national flower of Bhutan is the blue poppy, the national animal is the Takin, and the national tree is the Himalayan Cypress. India does not have an officially declared national game, but hockey is often considered as such. Hockey is also the national game of Pakistan.
Awards and Schemes
Tanvi Shah was the first Indian woman to win a Grammy Award in 2010 for a song in the movie "Slumdog Millionaire." The Grammy Award is also known as the Oscar of music. The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (Prime Minister's Skill Development Scheme) was launched on July 15, 2015, to provide training to the youth. July 15 is celebrated as Skill Development Day. Under this scheme, 1.64 crore youth have been trained. The first international skill development center was opened in Sambalpur, Odisha.
Vijayanagara Empire and Rivers
Krishnadevaraya wrote "Amuktamalyada" in Telugu, which is related to polity. He belonged to the Tuluva dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire. According to Babur, Krishnadevaraya was the most powerful ruler in India. He founded the city of Nagalpur and was known as Andhra Bhoja and Abhinava Bhoja. He also wrote "Jambavati Kalyanam" in Sanskrit. The Chandigarh International Airport has been renamed Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport. Chandigarh is the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana.
Historical Facts and Amendments
On Independence Day, the Prime Minister hoists the flag at the Red Fort, which was built by Shah Jahan in 1648. The architect of the Red Fort was Ustad Ahmad Lahauri. The Moti Masjid inside the Red Fort was built by Aurangzeb. In 1911, the first air transport service in India was started between Allahabad and Naini, covering a distance of 10 km. The Indian National Airways started regular services from Karachi in 1935. The Airports Authority of India is located in New Delhi and was established on April 1, 1995.
Steel Plants and Rumi Darwaza
The Indian Iron and Steel Company (IISCO) was established in Hirapur with British support. During the Second Five-Year Plan (1956-1961), three steel plants were established: Durgapur (with British support), Bhilai (with USSR support), and Rourkela (with West German support). The Rumi Darwaza is located in Lucknow and was built in 1784 by Asaf-ud-Daula, the Nawab of Awadh.
Mohiniyattam and Harikota
Mohiniyattam is associated with Lord Vishnu and is performed in Kerala. Bharat Muni's Natya Shastra mentions eight classical dances. Sriharikota is located in Andhra Pradesh, near Pulicat Lake, and is used for satellite launches.
Qutub Minar and Rulers
The Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, also known as Qutub Minar, was built during the reign of Qutb-ud-din Aibak. Four rulers are associated with the Qutub Minar: Aibak (who laid the foundation), Iltutmish (who completed the three-story structure), Firoz Shah Tughlaq (who made it five stories), and Sikandar Lodi (who added designs).
Scholars and Rulers
Muhammad bin Tughlaq was the most educated ruler in the Delhi Sultanate and was referred to as the Aristotle of his time. Aristotle's guru was Plato, and Plato's guru was Socrates. Mahagovind Ranade is known as the Socrates of India. Ali Vardi Khan compared the British to honeybees, advising his successor, Siraj-ud-Daulah, to avoid conflict with them.
Coastal Lines and Industries
Gujarat has the longest coastline in India, approximately 1215 km. The total coastline of India is about 7516.6 km. If Gujarat is not an option, Andhra Pradesh has the second-longest coastline. The distance from North to South India is 3214 km, and from East to West, it is approximately 2933 km. Modern Bakeries was established in Kanpur, Bharat Steel Rolling Mill in Meerut, and the Mathura refinery is known for oil refining.
Wars and Communities
The Battle of Wandiwash in 1760 was fought between the British and the French, with the British emerging victorious. Count de Lally was the French commander. The battle was part of the Third Carnatic War. Surajmal is known as the Plato of the Jat community.
Banking and Finance
The State Bank of India (SBI) was known as the Imperial Bank of India until 1921 and was nationalized in 1955. The Industrial Development Bank of India (IDBI) was established in 1964. The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) was established in 1990. The Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI) was established in 1948. The first bank in India was the Bank of Hindustan, established in Calcutta in 1770.
Finance Commission and GST
The first chairman of the Finance Commission was K.C. Neogi, and the 15th Finance Commission was chaired by N.K. Singh. The Finance Commission is constituted every five years by the President of India to distribute funds between the center and the states. Article 280 discusses the Finance Commission. The 16th Finance Commission is chaired by Arvind Panagariya, who was also the first vice-chairman of NITI Aayog. GST was implemented on July 1, 2017, and Article 246A was added to the Constitution.
Ram Setu and Festivals
Ram Setu (Adam's Bridge) starts from Dhanushkodi and extends to Pamban Island, connecting India and Sri Lanka. The Palk Strait separates India and Sri Lanka. The Sangai Festival is an annual cultural event celebrated in Manipur. The Tansen Sangeet Samaroh is held annually in Gwalior.
Kambala and Water Pollution
Kambala is a traditional festival in Karnataka involving buffalo racing, believed to promote rainfall. The Yamuna River in Delhi is highly polluted, with a high level of Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD). High BOD indicates polluted water, while low BOD indicates clean water.
Portuguese Empire and Constitution
Afonso de Albuquerque is considered the real founder of the Portuguese empire in India and was the second governor. He conquered Goa in 1510. Vasco da Gama was a traveler who first arrived in Calicut in 1498. The Indian Constitution declares India as a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic. These terms were added during the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
Fundamental Duties and Amendments
The Indian Constitution does not include voting in general elections as a fundamental duty. The 42nd Amendment in 1976, based on the recommendations of the Sardar Swaran Singh Committee, added 10 fundamental duties. The 86th Amendment in 2002 added the 11th fundamental duty related to education.
Constitutional Parts and Labor Unions
Part 2 of the Indian Constitution deals with citizenship, and Part 4A deals with fundamental duties. The Bombay Mill Hands Association, founded by Lokhande in 1890, was the first labor union in India. The All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC), established in 1920, was the largest labor union, with Lala Lajpat Rai as its first president.
Vitamins and Nutrients
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is essential for iron absorption and is found in citrus fruits like amla. Golden rice is rich in Vitamin A (Retinol). Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) is found in green vegetables and is essential for preventing anemia. Vitamin D (Calciferol) is essential for bone development, and sunlight is a good source.
Urea and CRPF
Urea is produced in the liver and excreted through urine. It is a nitrogenous fertilizer. The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) was established on July 27, 1939, and is celebrated on this day.
Thar Desert and Simon Commission
The Thar Desert includes the Rann of Kutch in Gujarat. The Luni River flows through this region and disappears into the Rann of Kutch. The government declared the Rann of Kutch a biosphere reserve in 2008. The Simon Commission was sent by the British government in 1929 to suggest reforms in the structure of the Indian government.
Books and Awards
Jawaharlal Nehru wrote "Discovery of India" and "Letters from a Father to His Daughter." He also published "The National Herald" newspaper. The Pulitzer Prize is awarded for achievements in a specific field (homework question).
Batch Information and Conclusion
The instructor provides information about the Railway Adhikari Batch for RRB NTPC CBT 1 and CBT 2, which includes complete theory, notes in Hindi, a 952-page study material, 600+ hours of live classes, experienced faculty, and daily practice papers. The offer is valid until November 3. The instructor also mentions the Parivartan Batch, which offers access to 25+ courses.
