General Knowledge (GK) including Current Affairs section of the Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) is one of the most decisive areas of the exam. Alongside Legal Reasoning, it carries the highest weightage and can make or break a candidate’s overall score. On average, 28–32 questions in CLAT are asked from this section every year.
But what exactly should aspirants prepare? Should they focus more on Polity, International Relations, or History? To answer this, we conducted a 5-year analysis (2021–2025) of CLAT GK question papers. The data reveals that Polity & Governance and International Relations together account for 43% of all GK questions, making them the most critical areas to prepare.
This blog breaks down the year-wise topic distribution, highlights the most repeated themes, and predicts the most likely topics for CLAT 2026.
Why CLAT GK Section Is Important?
- High Weightage: With around 28–32 questions, GK is one of the largest sections.
- Time Advantage: Unlike Legal Reasoning or Logical Reasoning, GK questions can be answered quickly if you know the facts.
- Score Booster: Many toppers credit their success to a strong GK performance since it helps them save time for tougher sections.
- Dynamic Nature: While Legal Reasoning remains skill-based, GK requires consistent updates from newspapers, magazines, and authentic sources.
CLAT GK Question Distribution (2021–2025): Year-Wise Analysis
A close look at the past five years’ papers shows that questions are usually asked through passages covering contemporary events, historical themes, or government policies. Here’s a year-by-year breakdown.
CLAT Current Affairs & GK: Last 5 Years
Observation: Every year, Polity & Governance and International Relations feature heavily, while History, Science, and Economy vary in prominence.
Most Asked CLAT GK Topics in Last 5 Years
When we combine all five years, a clear trend emerges: Polity & International Relations dominate the section, making up 43% of the total.
Topic-Wise Frequency (2021–2025)
Nearly 4 out of every 10 GK questions in CLAT come from Polity & International Relations. Ignoring these areas can drastically reduce your chances of scoring well.
Read: CLAT Syllabus 2026
Expected CLAT 2026 GK Questions: Predictions
Based on the last five years’ data, here are the most likely topics for CLAT 2026 GK & Current Affairs.
CLAT 2026 Current Affairs & GK: Expected Topics
How to Prepare GK & Current Affairs for CLAT 2026
- Read quality newspapers daily: The Hindu and Indian Express are highly recommended. Focus on editorials and international affairs.
- Follow monthly compilations: Use authentic monthly current affairs PDFs (from CLAT prep portals) to revise.
- Revise Polity: NCERT Polity + Laxmikanth’s “Indian Polity” can help cover constitutional basics.
- Track International Relations: Focus on BRICS, G20, QUAD, Indo-Pacific, UN, and India’s foreign policy.
- Stay updated with Science & Tech: ISRO, DRDO, and government policies on AI, space missions, and climate technology.
- Attempt mock tests: Practice at least 30–40 mock tests before the exam to improve accuracy and time management.
- Leverage overlap with board exams: Many Polity topics are already covered in Class 12 Political Science.
- Discuss current issues with peers to improve retention.
Smart Strategy: High-Weightage Topics for GK
Instead of reading everything under the sun, focus on topics with the highest return on investment. Based on past data, here’s a priority list:
- Polity (must-do): Constitutional amendments, governance issues, women’s reservation, federal disputes.
- International Relations: BRICS, G20, Russia-Ukraine, India-China, QUAD.
- Science & Tech: ISRO, Chandrayaan, Aditya-L1, AI policies.
- Economy: CSR laws, India’s GDP, World Bank/IMF reports.
- History (repeated themes): Jallianwala Bagh, Civil Disobedience, Ambedkar’s speeches.
- Sports: Olympics, Commonwealth Games.
Covering these six areas ensures you’re well-prepared for 70–75% of GK questions.
Check: CLAT Preparation 2026
Tips to Score 25+ in CLAT GK Section
- Target accuracy more than speed. GK is factual and less interpretative.
- Aim to finish GK in 20–22 minutes to save time for Legal Reasoning.
- Use flashcards for constitutional articles, summits, and awards.
- Revise current affairs of the last 12–18 months before CLAT (Jan 2025–Dec 2025 for CLAT 2026).
- Follow reliable sources like PIB, PRS India, and MEA for authentic updates.
Conclusion
The CLAT GK section is dynamic, vast, but predictable if analyzed properly. Our 5-year analysis clearly shows that Polity & International Relations dominate the section, together contributing 43% of all questions. For CLAT 2026, aspirants should prioritize these two areas, followed by Science, Economy, and History. A data-driven preparation strategy—focused on recurring themes like constitutional changes, international summits, India’s global role, and science missions—can help aspirants secure 25+ marks in GK, giving them a competitive edge. The mantra for CLAT GK success is simple: Focus on Polity, track International Relations, stay updated with Science & Tech, and revise consistently.
