General Knowledge is a study material published by YES & YES Publications specifically designed for competitive exams such as DSC, TET, Group II, SI, and PC. It provides a comprehensive collection of facts across various topics primarily focused on India, its states (especially Andhra Pradesh and Telangana), and international organizations.
The book is structured into 124 sections, including:
National and State Symbols: Details on India's national flag, emblem, anthem, song, and calendar, as well as the official symbols of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Awards and Honors: Information on international awards like the Nobel Prize, Ramon Magsaysay, and Booker Prize, along with national honors like the Bharat Ratna, Padma awards, and Jnanpith Award.
Sports: Extensive coverage of the Olympics (Summer, Winter, and Paralympics), Commonwealth Games, Asian Games, and major tournaments in cricket, football, hockey, and chess.
International Relations: Overviews of the United Nations, its specialized agencies, and various international alliances such as BRICS, NATO, and SAARC.
Geography and General Science: Lists of world capitals and currencies, geographic nicknames, mountain peaks, deserts, oceans, and details about human anatomy, vitamins, and vaccines.
History and Culture: Information on ancient texts, famous authors, historical battles, major structures and monuments, and traditional Indian dances.
Technology and Modern World: Sections on computers, social media platforms, and ISRO's satellite launches including the Chandrayaan missions.
Practice Material: The book concludes with previous years' question papers from various state-level recruitment exams.
Additionally, the document mentions several ongoing and future events up to the year 2026, indicating it is an updated edition for current competitive exam preparation.
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