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Archive · 16 August 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 16 August 2022

Polity·Amendments

25th Amendment (1971) dealt with which right?

Answer: Right to Property — allowed acquisition for public purpose without court challenge.

Added Art 31C; laws giving effect to DPSP Art 39(b) and (c) immune from FR challenge.

History·Vijayanagara Empire
High Frequency

Vittala Temple at Hampi is famous for?

Answer: Stone chariot and musical pillars (each produces a distinct note when tapped).

Dedicated to Vishnu; built during Deva Raya II's reign; one of the finest specimens of Vijayanagara art.

Current Affairs·Important Events

How are INS Arihant, INS Arighaat, and INS Aridhaman different?

Answer: All are SSBNs (nuclear submarines). Arihant (1st, 4 VLS), Arighaat (2nd, 4 VLS), Aridhaman (3rd, 8 VLS).

INS Aridhaman has double the launch tubes — a major capability upgrade.

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