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General Knowledge Class 1 - Current Affairs Notes

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Current Affairs

Welcome to the chapter on Current Affairs for Class 1. In this chapter, you will learn about important events, famous people, and things happening around the world and in India. By the end of this chapter, you will know some recent news and facts that everyone should know!

Introduction

Current affairs are news and events that are happening now. It is good to know about your country and the world. Let’s learn some simple and interesting facts!

Important National Events

  • India celebrated its 78th Independence Day on 15th August 2025.
  • The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched new satellites in 2025.
  • The G20 Summit was held in India recently.

Famous People

  • Draupadi Murmu is the President of India.
  • Narendra Modi is the Prime Minister of India.
  • Neeraj Chopra won medals for India in sports.

World News

  • The Olympic Games will be held in Los Angeles in 2028.
  • Many countries are working together to protect the environment.

Fun Activity: News Reporter!

Pretend to be a news reporter. Share one interesting news item with your family or class!

Summary

  • Current affairs are about what is happening now.
  • It is good to know about important events and people.
  • You can learn current affairs by reading newspapers or watching news for kids.

Practice Questions

  1. Who is the President of India?
  2. When is Independence Day celebrated?
  3. Name one Indian sports star.
  4. Where will the next Olympic Games be held?
  5. What does ISRO do?

Challenge Yourself

  • Find one new fact about India and share it with your class.
  • Draw the Indian flag and write one line about Independence Day.

Did You Know?

  • The Indian national animal is the tiger.
  • The Indian national bird is the peacock.

Glossary

  • Current Affairs: News and events happening now.
  • President: The head of the country.
  • Prime Minister: The leader of the government.
  • ISRO: Indian Space Research Organisation.

Answers to Practice Questions

  1. Draupadi Murmu
  2. 15th August
  3. Neeraj Chopra (or any other Indian sports star)
  4. Los Angeles
  5. ISRO sends satellites and rockets into space.

Stay curious and keep learning about the world around you!

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