Static GK Lists for Government Exams

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What does Static GK refer to?

  • Facts specific to a certain region
  • Facts that are never going to change in the future (correct)
  • Facts that change with time
  • Facts related to current affairs

Why is learning Static GK important for competitive exams?

  • It is only important for bank exams
  • It is only important for UPSC exams
  • It helps in scoring high marks in the general awareness section (correct)
  • It is not important for any competitive exam

What type of information does Static GK cover?

  • People, places, things, important days, currencies, dances, etc. (correct)
  • Only historical events
  • Only current affairs
  • Only scientific discoveries

Which exams require candidates to be well-versed in Static GK?

<p>Bank exam, SSC exam, Insurance exam, Government exam, and UPSC exams (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Static' signify in Static GK?

<p>Facts that never change with time (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the name 'Babar'?

<p>Tiger (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which empire was founded by Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur?

<p>Mughal Empire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which PIE word is suggested as a possible alternate derivation for the name 'Babar'?

<p>Beaver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Arabic name 'Nimr' refer to?

<p>Tiger (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Babar' is a popular male given name in which country?

<p>[[Pakistan]] (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Static GK

Facts that remain constant over time, unlike current affairs which change frequently.

Importance of Static GK

Helps candidates score well in general knowledge sections of competitive exams.

Static GK Content

Covers a wide range of subjects like history, geography, culture, and more.

Exams requiring Static GK

Bank exams, SSC exams, Insurance exams, Government exams, and UPSC exams.

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Meaning of "Static" in Static GK

Relates to facts that stay the same regardless of time, unlike dynamic information.

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Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur

The founder of the Mughal Empire

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PIE word for Babur

A possible alternative origin for the name Babur.

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"Nimr" in Arabic

Represents the meaning of Babur in Arabic.

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Babar as a given name

A popular male name in Pakistan.

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Study Notes

Static GK

  • Static GK refers to General Knowledge that is static, unchanging, and permanent, and is not affected by current events or news.
  • Learning Static GK is important for competitive exams because it provides a foundation of knowledge that is essential for understanding various concepts and topics.

Static GK Content

  • Static GK covers a wide range of topics, including history, geography, science, literature, and more.
  • It encompasses information about countries, capitals, cultures, monuments, and notable figures.

Exams that Require Static GK

  • Many competitive exams, such as SSC, Bank PO, and UPSC, require candidates to be well-versed in Static GK.
  • These exams test a candidate's knowledge of static facts and events to assess their understanding of the subject matter.

Meaning of 'Static'

  • The term 'Static' in Static GK signifies that the information is fixed, unchanging, and not subject to variations.

Babar and Mughal Empire

  • The name 'Babar' is derived from the Persian word for 'tiger' or 'lion'.
  • Zahiruddin Muhammad Babur founded the Mughal Empire in the 16th century.
  • The PIE word 'be wer-' is suggested as a possible alternate derivation for the name 'Babar', meaning 'beaver' or 'bringer of light'.

Meaning of 'Nimr'

  • The Arabic name 'Nimr' refers to a tiger or a leopard.

Popularity of 'Babar' as a Given Name

  • 'Babar' is a popular male given name in Turkey.

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