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Archive · 17 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 17 February 2022

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·Mughal Empire
High Frequency

Aurangzeb reimposed jiziya in which year?

Answer: 1679 — reversed Akbar's abolition; alienated Hindus and Rajputs.

Also destroyed many temples; enforced Sharia; banned music and painting in court.

Current Affairs·Books Authors

How many languages does Sahitya Akademi recognise for annual awards?

Answer: 24 languages.

Prize for each winner: Rs 1 lakh + shawl + copper plaque. Ceremony 2025: March 31, 2026.

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