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Archive · 13 February 2022

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 13 February 2022

Polity·State Government
High Frequency

How long can President's Rule last in a State?

Answer: Maximum 3 years with Parliamentary approval every 6 months.

Initial proclamation: 2 months; each extension requires Parliament's approval; 3-year absolute maximum.

History·Bhakti Sufi
High Frequency

Ramanuja propagated which Vedantic philosophy?

Answer: Vishishtadvaita — qualified non-dualism; God, souls, and world are real but unified.

Based at Srirangam temple; brought Alvar tradition into Vedantic philosophy.

Current Affairs·Awards
High Frequency

How many Padma Awards were given in 2025 and in what categories?

Answer: 139 total — 7 Padma Vibhushan, 19 Padma Bhushan, 113 Padma Shri.

Padma Awards are announced on Republic Day (January 26).

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