If you’re preparing for upcoming bank exams like IBPS, SBI or RRB, then general awareness is one section you can’t afford to ignore. It’s scoring, less time-consuming and often turns out to be the deal-breaker in final selection. Based on recent patterns, I’ve put together a set of unique general knowledge questions that are likely to come in the exams.
These aren’t random questions. They are carefully picked from areas that have a strong chance of appearing again. Let’s walk through them with quick facts and background, so they stick better during revision.
Important Questions You Should Practise Right Now
Geography and States
- Which Indian state has the highest number of wildlife sanctuaries?
Answer: Madhya Pradesh — known for places like Kanha, Bandhavgarh and Pench. - Where is the Silent Valley National Park located?
Answer: Kerala — It’s one of the last undisturbed tracts of evergreen forest. - Which state is known for having the largest number of scheduled tribes?
Answer: Chhattisgarh — Home to over 30 tribal communities.
Census and Demographics
- What is the total number of Lok Sabha seats in India?
Answer: 543 — fixed through Article 81 of the Constitution. - What is the number of Rajya Sabha seats currently?
Answer: 245 — but only 233 are elected, rest are nominated. - As per the last census, which Indian city has the highest population density?
Answer: Mumbai — Even today, it remains the most crowded metro.
Defence and National Affairs
- India’s first nuclear test was conducted in which year?
Answer: 1974 — Operation Smiling Buddha at Pokhran, Rajasthan. - Who is the supreme commander of Indian armed forces?
Answer: The President of India — although operational decisions lie with the Defence Ministry. - How many commands does the Indian Army have?
Answer: Seven operational and one training command.
Banking & Economy
- Who is known as the father of India’s Green Revolution?
Answer: M. S. Swaminathan — instrumental in food self-sufficiency during the 1960s. - When was the Banking Regulation Act passed?
Answer: 1949 — it gives RBI powers to regulate and supervise banks. - Which was the first bank to be nationalised in India?
Answer: Imperial Bank of India — later became State Bank of India in 1955.
History & Constitution
- What is the minimum age required to become the President of India?
Answer: 35 years — same as for a Rajya Sabha MP. - When was the Indian Constitution adopted?
Answer: 26 November 1949 — but it came into force on 26 January 1950. - Which Article gives special status to Jammu and Kashmir (now abrogated)?
Answer: Article 370 — revoked in 2019 by the central government.
Some Tips I Personally Follow While Preparing
- Make short notes of static GK and revise every two days.
- Use one reliable monthly magazine for current affairs.
- Give 15 minutes daily to reading newspapers or news apps.
- Avoid memorising everything blindly. Instead, try linking facts with real-world examples.
Cracking general awareness in bank exams is more about consistency than cramming. You don’t need to know everything under the sun. Just focus on areas like Indian polity, banking history, major schemes and national awards. The goal is to prepare smart, not just hard.
Bookmark this page, solve these questions again before the exam, and share it with your study buddies. Every single mark counts when cut-offs are so close.
