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Archive · 19 May 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 19 May 2022

Polity·Municipalities
High Frequency

12th Schedule lists how many functions for municipalities?

Answer: 18 functions — urban planning, regulation of land use, public health, etc.

States decide actual devolution; water supply, waste management, slum upgradation are key functions.

History·Vijayanagara Empire

The Aravidu dynasty's last capitals in AP were?

Answer: Penugonda (West Godavari) → Chandragiri (Tirupati) — both in AP.

After Hampi's destruction, Aravidu shifted capitals southward through AP territory.

Current Affairs·Books Authors
High Frequency

Which book won the Booker Prize 2025?

Answer: 'Flesh' by David Szalay (Hungarian-British author).

Distinct from the International Booker won by 'Heart Lamp' (Kannada) — two different prizes.

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