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Archive · 17 October 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 17 October 2021

Polity·Finance Commission
High Frequency

Finance Commission's recommendations are — binding or advisory?

Answer: Advisory — but Union government has always accepted FC recommendations.

Constitutional convention makes acceptance mandatory in practice; non-acceptance would be politically untenable.

History·Satavahanas

Satakarni I was given which title?

Answer: 'Dakshinapathapati' — Lord of the Southern Path (Deccan).

Performed Ashwamedha and Rajasuya yajnas; extended Satavahana control over large Deccan areas.

Current Affairs·Sports

Where will the Asian Games 2026 be held?

Answer: Nagoya/Aichi, Japan — September 19 to October 4, 2026.

Commonwealth Games 2026: Glasgow, UK, July 23 – August 2.

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