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Archive · 23 May 2021

3 APPSC Facts

One from Polity, one from History, one from Current Affairs. Deterministic selection for this date — same 3 cards every time.

The three facts for 23 May 2021

Polity·Salient Features
High Frequency

Independent Judiciary — what makes India's judiciary independent?

Answer: Security of tenure, fixed service conditions, and power of judicial review.

Judges removed only by impeachment; salaries charged to Consolidated Fund (no annual vote).

History·Revolt 1857

Kunwar Singh was remarkable in 1857 for?

Answer: Led revolt in Bihar at age 80 — fought brilliantly; died May 1858.

From Jagdispur, Arrah (Bihar); lost arm in battle but continued fighting; hero of 1857.

Current Affairs·Summits Conferences
High Frequency

Which summit did India host in 2026 to chair BRICS?

Answer: 18th BRICS Leaders Summit — hosted by India in 2026.

India's BRICS theme: Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability (BRICS acronym).

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