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Archive · 21 June 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 21 June 2022

Polity·High Court

Has any HC judge ever been removed in India?

Answer: One — Justice Soumitra Sen (Calcutta HC) resigned before removal order in 2011.

Removal procedure same as SC judges — Presidential address with 2/3 majority in both Houses.

History·Revolt 1857
High Frequency

What triggered the Revolt of 1857?

Answer: Greased Enfield cartridges — rumored to use pig and cow fat (offensive to soldiers).

Sepoys had to bite off cartridge tips; Hindu and Muslim soldiers united in outrage.

Current Affairs·Sports
High Frequency

Who is the youngest undisputed World Chess Champion?

Answer: D Gukesh — won at 18 years, 195 days (December 2024).

Gukesh also won Khel Ratna 2025 and was FIDE World No. 3 in March 2025.

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