Introduction
In competitive exams like SSC, UPSC, IBPS, RRB, CDS, and State PSCs, questions related to Countries, Capitals, and Currencies are frequently asked in the General Awareness or General Knowledge sections. These topics are static in nature but carry significant marks, especially in banking, railways, and government job exams.
This post provides a comprehensive list of important countries with their respective capitals and currencies, along with some useful tips to remember them easily for your upcoming exams.
🌍 Why Learn Countries, Capitals, and Currencies?
- These are static GK topics – once you learn, they rarely change.
- High scoring: You can answer within seconds in the exam.
- Commonly asked in SSC CGL, CHSL, MTS, NDA, CDS, IBPS Clerk, PO, SBI exams.
- Important for map-based questions in UPSC Prelims and mains as well.
📋 List of Important Countries with Capitals and Currencies
Here’s a list of the most frequently asked countries along with their capitals and currencies:
| Country | Capital | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| India | New Delhi | Indian Rupee (INR) |
| United States | Washington D.C. | US Dollar (USD) |
| United Kingdom | London | Pound Sterling (GBP) |
| Japan | Tokyo | Japanese Yen (JPY) |
| China | Beijing | Yuan / Renminbi (CNY) |
| Russia | Moscow | Russian Ruble (RUB) |
| Canada | Ottawa | Canadian Dollar (CAD) |
| Australia | Canberra | Australian Dollar (AUD) |
| Germany | Berlin | Euro (EUR) |
| France | Paris | Euro (EUR) |
| Italy | Rome | Euro (EUR) |
| South Africa | Pretoria (Admin) | South African Rand (ZAR) |
| Brazil | Brasília | Brazilian Real (BRL) |
| Saudi Arabia | Riyadh | Saudi Riyal (SAR) |
| UAE | Abu Dhabi | UAE Dirham (AED) |
| Pakistan | Islamabad | Pakistani Rupee (PKR) |
| Bangladesh | Dhaka | Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) |
| Nepal | Kathmandu | Nepalese Rupee (NPR) |
| Sri Lanka | Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte | Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) |
| Afghanistan | Kabul | Afghan Afghani (AFN) |
| Iran | Tehran | Iranian Rial (IRR) |
| Iraq | Baghdad | Iraqi Dinar (IQD) |
| Israel | Jerusalem | Israeli Shekel (ILS) |
| Turkey | Ankara | Turkish Lira (TRY) |
| Indonesia | Jakarta | Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) |
| Thailand | Bangkok | Thai Baht (THB) |
| Malaysia | Kuala Lumpur | Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) |
| Singapore | Singapore | Singapore Dollar (SGD) |
| Vietnam | Hanoi | Vietnamese Dong (VND) |
| Philippines | Manila | Philippine Peso (PHP) |
| Kenya | Nairobi | Kenyan Shilling (KES) |
🌐 Countries Using the Euro (EUR)
The Euro (€) is the official currency of 19 out of 27 EU countries. This group is known as the Eurozone. Countries include:
- Germany
- France
- Italy
- Spain
- Portugal
- Greece
- Netherlands
- Belgium
- Austria
- Finland
- Ireland
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Estonia
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Cyprus
- Malta
🧠 Tricks to Remember Countries and Currencies
Here are a few smart memory tricks:
🔹 Dollar Countries – “USA Can Ask Australia for Singapore Help”
- USA – Dollar
- Canada – Canadian Dollar
- Australia – Australian Dollar
- Singapore – Singapore Dollar
🔹 Rupee Users – “India’s Neighbors Love Rupees”
- India – INR
- Nepal – NPR
- Pakistan – PKR
- Sri Lanka – LKR
- Indonesia – IDR
🔹 Euro Users – Most European Union nations, especially Western and Central Europe
India’s Major Space Missions (ISRO, NASA, ESA, etc.)
✨ Interesting Facts for Exams
- Highest valued currency: Kuwaiti Dinar (KWD)
- Most traded currency: US Dollar (USD)
- Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency are not official currencies of any country yet but may appear in exam-related Current Affairs.
📌 Tips for Exam Preparation
- Focus on Asian, European, and African countries for SSC, Railway, and Banking exams.
- Read newspapers for currency-related news (e.g., digital currencies or sanctions).
- Use flashcards or mobile apps for revision.
- Attempt mock tests and quizzes regularly.
✅ Conclusion
Knowing the important countries, their capitals, and currencies is a fundamental part of General Awareness for every government job aspirant. Whether you are preparing for SSC, UPSC, or banking exams, mastering these basics can help you gain easy marks and boost your confidence.
Bookmark this list and revise regularly. You can also download PDFs or create your own cheat sheet based on your learning pattern.
Happy Learning and All the Best for Your Exams! 📚🌏
