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Archive · 14 July 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 14 July 2021

Polity·Nhrc Shrc

NHRC cannot inquire into human rights violations after how long?

Answer: 1 year — complaints must be filed within one year of the alleged violation.

Time limit can be waived in exceptional cases; NHRC can suo motu take up issues.

History·Maratha Empire
High Frequency

Shivaji's administrative system had two key features — name them.

Answer: Ashta Pradhan (council of 8 ministers) and Chauth/Sardeshmukhi taxation.

Chauth = 1/4 of revenue; Sardeshmukhi = 1/10 extra; collected from Mughal territories.

Current Affairs·International Orgs

Who were the non-permanent members of the UN Security Council in 2025?

Answer: Bahrain, Colombia, DRC, Latvia, Liberia.

UN Security Council has 5 permanent + 10 non-permanent members elected for 2-year terms.

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