General Knowledge Booster
- The Fundamental Rights: Part III of the Indian Constitution, covering Articles 12 to 35, is often referred to as the ‘Magna Carta of India’. These rights are justiciable and essential for the development of individuals.
- National Parks: Jim Corbett National Park, located in Uttarakhand, is the oldest national park in India and remains a critical site for the conservation of the Royal Bengal Tiger.
- Indian Economy: NITI Aayog serves as the premier policy ‘Think Tank’ of the Government of India, providing both directional and policy inputs to foster cooperative federalism.
English Vocabulary
1. Proclivity (Noun): A tendency to choose or do something regularly; an inclination.
Sentence: She has a natural proclivity for hard work, which helps her excel in the latest competitive exams.
Mnemonic/Trick: ‘Pro’ + ‘Inclivity’. If you are a ‘Pro’ at something, you have an ‘Inclination’ toward it.
2. Transient (Adjective): Lasting only for a short time; impermanent.
Sentence: The joy of winning a match is often transient, but the discipline learned lasts a lifetime.
Mnemonic/Trick: Sounds like ‘Transit’. Passengers in transit stay at the airport for a very short time before moving on.
