If you are a Railway aspirant in India, you already know that the General Knowledge (GK) section can be the ultimate “game-changer.” While Math and Reasoning test your logic, GK tests your memory and speed. But here is a secret shared by toppers: RRB loves to repeat its questions.
Whether it is the atomic number of Chlorine or the founder of the Indian National Congress, certain questions have appeared more than five times in the last decade of RRB NTPC, Group D, and ALP papers. In this guide, we dive deep into the most repeated GK questions in RRB exams and the static topics you simply cannot afford to skip.
Why is General Knowledge Crucial for Railway Exams?
In exams like RRB NTPC (CBT 1 & 2) and RRB Group D, General Awareness carries significant weightage (often 40-50 questions). Unlike mathematics, where you might spend minutes solving a complex trigonometry problem, a GK question takes exactly 5 seconds. You either know it, or you don’t.
By mastering “Repeated Questions,” you are essentially securing “free marks” that thousands of other candidates might miss.
Top 25 Most Repeated GK Questions in RRB Exams
Based on an analysis of previous years’ papers (2016–2024), here are 25 questions that appear with high frequency:
| S.No | Question | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Who is known as the “Napoleon of India”? | Samudragupta |
| 2 | Which article gives special status to Jammu & Kashmir (History)? | Article 370 |
| 3 | What is the pH value of human blood? | 7.35 – 7.45 |
| 4 | Who was the first woman President of the INC? | Annie Besant |
| 5 | When was the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) established? | April 1, 1935 |
| 6 | Which gas is filled in an electric bulb? | Argon (or Nitrogen) |
| 7 | Who designed the Indian National Flag? | Pingali Venkayya |
| 8 | Which is the longest river in India? | Ganga |
| 9 | What is the full form of UNESCO? | United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization |
| 10 | Who is the “Father of the Indian Constitution”? | Dr. B.R. Ambedkar |
| 11 | Which state has the longest coastline in India? | Gujarat |
| 12 | The battle of Buxar was fought in which year? | 1764 |
| 13 | Who discovered Penicillin? | Alexander Fleming |
| 14 | What is the unit of Electric Current? | Ampere |
| 15 | Where is the headquarters of UNICEF? | New York |
| 16 | Which planet is known as the “Red Planet”? | Mars |
| 17 | Who wrote the book “The Discovery of India”? | Jawaharlal Nehru |
| 18 | Which acid is found in Ants’ sting? | Formic Acid |
| 19 | What is the SI unit of Pressure? | Pascal |
| 20 | Who was the first Governor-General of independent India? | Lord Mountbatten |
| 21 | Which Veda contains the “Gayatri Mantra”? | Rig Veda |
| 22 | Where is the Sanchi Stupa located? | Madhya Pradesh |
| 23 | Which city is known as the “Silicon Valley of India”? | Bengaluru |
| 24 | Who started the Bhoodan Movement? | Acharya Vinoba Bhave |
| 25 | When is World Environment Day celebrated? | June 5 |
High-Yield Static GK Topics for Railway Exams
Beyond specific questions, the RRB follows a predictable pattern in its topic selection. Focus your preparation on these “Hot Topics”:
A. Indian Constitution & Polity
RRB consistently asks about fundamental rights, articles, and amendments.
- Most Common: Article 324 (Election Commission), Article 51A (Fundamental Duties), and the 73rd Amendment (Panchayati Raj).
- Expert Tip: Memorize the parts of the Constitution and the sources from which different features were borrowed (e.g., Dues Process from Japan, Preamble from USA).
B. History: The Freedom Struggle
The period from 1857 to 1947 is the “Golden Zone” for RRB exams.
- Focus Areas: Important INC sessions (Belgaum 1924, Karachi 1931), Gandhian movements (Champaran, Quit India), and revolutionary organizations (Hindustan Socialist Republican Association).
C. Geography: Rivers, Dams, and Borders
- Most Common: Rivers originating from the Himalayas vs. Peninsular rivers, National Parks (Jim Corbett, Kaziranga), and international borders (Radcliffe Line, McMahon Line).
D. General Science (The Physics & Chemistry Mix)
RRB Group D and ALP exams are heavy on 10th-standard Science.
- Chemistry: Chemical names (e.g., Plaster of Paris: CaSO₄ · ½H₂O.) and the Periodic Table.
- Physics: Units, measurements, and light/sound phenomena (e.g., Refraction, Echo).
The “Railways Special” GK
Since you are appearing for a Railway exam, expect at least 2-3 questions about the organization itself.
- First Train in India: 1853 (Mumbai to Thane).
- Railway Zones: There are 19 zones (including Metro Railway, Kolkata).
- Longest Platform: Hubballi Junction (Shree Siddharoodha Swamiji Hubballi Station).
“Success in RRB is not about knowing everything; it is about knowing what to skip and what to repeat.” – Anonymous Railway Topper
Expert Preparation Tips for the General Awareness Section
- Solve Previous Year Papers (PYPs): Don’t just read them; time yourself. This builds the “muscle memory” needed to recognize repeated questions instantly.
- Use Mnemonics: For topics like “States through which the Tropic of Cancer passes,” use tricks like ‘Mitra Par Gamcha Jhar’ (Mizoram, Tripura, Paschim Bengal, Gujarat, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Rajasthan).
- Current Affairs Bridge: Connect static GK with current news. If a new Governor is appointed, revise the “Governor” section in Polity.
- Daily Quizzes: Apps like Testbook or Adda247 provide daily short quizzes. Make it a habit during your commute.
Cracking the RRB exams requires a strategic approach where you prioritize “Repeated GK Questions” to maximize your score in minimum time. By mastering the 25 questions listed above and focusing on the high-yield topics, you are already ahead of 60% of the competition. Stay consistent, keep revising, and remember—every mark counts in the race to join the Indian Railways!
