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Archive · 1 December 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 1 December 2021

Polity·Prime Minister Council
High Frequency

NITI Aayog replaced which planning body in 2015?

Answer: Planning Commission — replaced on 1 January 2015; PM is chairman.

National Development Council also chaired by PM; includes all CMs and key Central ministers.

History·Gupta Dynasty
High Frequency

Who founded Nalanda Mahavihara?

Answer: Kumaragupta I (c. 415-455 CE).

Nalanda became one of the world's greatest universities; attracted scholars from China, SE Asia, Tibet.

Current Affairs·Summits Conferences
High Frequency

When was the India-UK CETA signed?

Answer: July 2025 — projected to add $34 billion annually to bilateral trade.

CETA = Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. Finalised May 6, 2025.

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