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Archive · 28 March 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 28 March 2022

Polity·Finance Commission
High Frequency

15th Finance Commission devolved what share to states?

Answer: 41% of divisible pool — covers 2021-2026; chaired by N.K. Singh.

Down from 42% (14th FC) due to J&K becoming UT; covered both 2020-21 and 2021-26 periods.

History·British Rule
High Frequency

When did British Crown take direct control of India?

Answer: 1858 — Government of India Act; ended EIC rule after 1857 revolt.

Queen's Proclamation 1858: promised non-interference in religion and protection of Indian princes.

Current Affairs·India Foreign Relations
High Frequency

Who was extradited to India in April 2025 and why?

Answer: Tahawwur Hussain Rana — extradited from the USA on April 10, 2025. Accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

He arrived in Delhi after a long legal battle in US courts.

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