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Archive · 14 September 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 September 2021

Polity·Salient Features
High Frequency

India's constitution borrowed the parliamentary system from?

Answer: United Kingdom — Westminster model; cabinet responsibility, PM system.

Executive is responsible to Parliament; no fixed terms for ministers; can be removed by no-confidence.

History·Gupta Dynasty
High Frequency

Aryabhata's major contributions to mathematics?

Answer: Calculated pi (3.1416); stated earth rotates on axis; explained eclipses.

Born 476 CE; authored Aryabhatiya; concept of zero and decimal system developed during this era.

Current Affairs·Important Events
High Frequency

What is the Prayag Maha Kumbh Mela stampede of January 2025?

Answer: Stampede on January 29, 2025 — 30+ killed, 60+ injured at the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh.

Maha Kumbh occurs every 12 years; 2025 was one of the largest religious gatherings ever.

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