Geography · solved example
The river known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' is:
- KosiCorrect
- Son
- Gandak
- Ganga
Solution
The Kosi river is called the Sorrow of Bihar because of its frequent, destructive floods.
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Current Affairs for RRB ALP
RRB ALP sets 20 Current Affairs questions for 20 marks across 2 stages, so it is worth planning your preparation around the topics below.
20 questions20 marks8 topics
How to approach Current Affairs in RRB ALP
Six to twelve months of national and international events, schemes, appointments and awards, with a clear tilt towards what the conducting body cares about. A dated, sourced daily habit is the only approach that works; a one-off revision does not stick.
Weightage in the paper
How much Current Affairs is worth in each RRB ALP stage, from the official pattern.
| Stage | Questions | Marks | Time | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Test 1 | 10 | 10 | — | 13% |
| Computer Based Test 2 Part A | 10 | 10 | — | 10% |
Current Affairs syllabus for RRB ALP
Every topic in the official syllabus. The linked ones open a set of solved questions you can practise straight away.
- Science and technology developments
- Sports and awards
- Indian and world geography
- Indian polity and constitution
- Indian history and freedom struggle
- Indian economy basics
- Government schemes and flagship programmes
- Culture, personalities and important days
Sample Current Affairs questions with solutions
Written to the RRB ALP pattern, with the answer key and the method behind it — a look at how the section is actually set before you drill the full topic sets.
World geography · solved example
What is the capital of Australia?
- Sydney
- CanberraCorrect
- Melbourne
- Perth
Solution
Canberra is the capital of Australia, not the larger cities Sydney or Melbourne.
Polity · solved example
Which Article of the Constitution guarantees equality before the law?
- Article 14Correct
- Article 19
- Article 21
- Article 32
Solution
Article 14 guarantees equality before the law and equal protection of the laws.
Geography · solved example
The Tropic of Cancer passes through how many Indian states?
- 8Correct
- 6
- 5
- 10
Solution
The Tropic of Cancer passes through eight Indian states, from Gujarat in the west to Mizoram in the east.
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Sit Current Affairs under a real clock
Current Affairs shows up in every RRB ALP mock test, in the same interface, with sectional locking and negative marking.
Frequently asked questions
How many Current Affairs questions are asked in RRB ALP?
RRB ALP Latest notified cycle sets 20 Current Affairs questions for 20 marks, split across 10 in the Computer Based Test 1 and 10 in the Computer Based Test 2 Part A.
Is there negative marking for Current Affairs in RRB ALP?
Yes. RRB ALP deducts one third of a mark for each wrong answer, Current Affairs included, so unsure guesses cost you. One third of a mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Which Current Affairs topics matter most for RRB ALP?
The RRB ALP syllabus lists Science and technology developments, Sports and awards, Indian and world geography, Indian polity and constitution, Indian history and freedom struggle, Indian economy basics and more. Weight your revision towards the ones you are weakest on and confirm the emphasis against the paper analysis for recent cycles.
How can I practise Current Affairs for RRB ALP free?
Every Current Affairs question on this site is free and written to the exam pattern. Use the topic drills for instant-feedback practice, the daily quiz to keep the section warm, and the RRB ALP mock tests to sit it under a real clock with negative marking.