General awareness in competitive exams refers to a section that tests a candidate’s knowledge of various important topics related to current affairs, history, geography, politics, science, economics, and more. It is designed to assess how well-informed candidates are about the world around them, including both static knowledge (unchanging facts) and dynamic knowledge (recent developments and current events).

Here’s a breakdown of what general awareness typically covers in competitive exams:

GK Static	GK India	GK World	GK Sports	GK Science
Banking	Finance	Marketing	Engineering	Computer

1. Current Affairs

• This includes the latest happenings in national and international news, politics, sports, business, science, technology, and entertainment. Current affairs also cover issues such as government policies, economic developments, and major global events.
• Examples: The latest government schemes, international treaties, elections, sports events, awards, and environmental issues.

2. General Knowledge (GK)

• This covers facts that remain relatively unchanged over time and are crucial for a well-rounded understanding of the world. It includes topics like:
  • History: Major historical events, freedom struggles, important leaders, dynasties, etc.
  • Geography: Physical and political geography, countries, capitals, rivers, mountains, climate, etc.
  • Polity: Constitution, political systems, important amendments, national leaders, state governments, etc.
  • Science: Basic principles of physics, chemistry, biology, space science, and technological developments.

3. Economics

• Understanding basic economic concepts, important economic policies, financial institutions, national income, the Indian economy, and global economic trends.
• Examples: RBI policies, budget announcements, inflation, GDP, trade relations, and economic reforms.

4. Culture and Literature

• Knowledge about the cultural heritage of India, classical music and dance forms, art and architecture, important literary figures, and the history of literature.
• Examples: Famous books and authors, important awards, art movements, cultural festivals, and famous monuments.

5. Sports

• Information related to major sporting events, tournaments, players, records, and achievements in both national and international sports.
• Examples: Cricket, football, Olympics, Commonwealth Games, and major sports events like the FIFA World Cup, ICC events, etc.

6. Environment and Ecology

• Topics related to environmental issues, climate change, conservation, biodiversity, and ecological concerns.
• Examples: International environmental agreements, wildlife protection, global warming, and sustainable development.

7. Science and Technology

• Developments in the fields of science and technology, space exploration, inventions, and discoveries.
• Examples: New technological innovations, space missions, health breakthroughs, and environmental technologies.

8. National and International Organizations

• Knowledge of various organizations that influence international relations, global policies, and economic affairs.
• Examples: United Nations (UN), World Bank, World Health Organization (WHO), International Monetary Fund (IMF), and regional organizations like SAARC, ASEAN, and BRICS.

9. Awards and Honors

• Information about awards in various fields such as literature, sports, cinema, music, and others.
• Examples: Nobel Prize, Bharat Ratna, Padma Awards, Oscars, and national and international sports awards.

10. Important Personalities

• Knowledge of prominent personalities in politics, business, entertainment, sports, and social work.
• Examples: Presidents, Prime Ministers, Nobel laureates, sports stars, and celebrities who have made significant contributions in their respective fields.