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Archive · 22 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 22 October 2021

Polity·Governor
High Frequency

S.R. Bommai case (1994) restricted Governor's role in what?

Answer: Recommending President's Rule under Art 356 — subject to judicial review.

SC held floor test must be held in Assembly; Governor's recommendation cannot be arbitrary.

History·Satavahanas
High Frequency

What does Gautamiputra Satakarni's name reveal?

Answer: Matrilineal naming — 'son of Gautami' (his mother's name).

Unique to Satavahanas among ancient Indian dynasties; mother's name, not father's, used for identity.

Current Affairs·Government Policies
High Frequency

What is the One Nation One Election Bill?

Answer: Constitution (129th Amendment) Bill 2024 — introduced December 2024, referred to Joint Parliamentary Committee.

Aims to synchronise Lok Sabha and all State Assembly elections.

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