General Knowledge
Build your foundation in history, geography and science.
6 min read · currentaffairschronicle.com editorial
History highlights
India’s freedom struggle moved through phases — the 1857 revolt, the formation of the Indian National Congress in 1885, the Non-Cooperation and Civil Disobedience movements, and finally independence in 1947. Remember dates and the personalities associated with each phase.
Geography essentials
India is the seventh-largest country by area. Major rivers include the Ganga, Godavari, Krishna and Brahmaputra. The Tropic of Cancer passes through eight states. These facts appear often in general awareness questions.
Science basics
Nitrogen makes up about 78% of the atmosphere. The human body is roughly 60% water. The speed of light is approximately 3 × 10⁸ m/s. Keep a short list of such constants and revise them regularly.