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Archive · 28 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 28 August 2022

Polity·Local Governance

Ashok Mehta Committee recommended strengthening which institution?

Answer: District Parishad — as the principal unit of decentralisation.

1977 committee recommended two-tier PR (District + Mandal); state governments largely ignored its recommendations.

History·Satavahanas
High Frequency

Who was the greatest Satavahana ruler?

Answer: Gautamiputra Satakarni — ruled c. 106-130 CE.

Defeated the Shaka king Nahapana; described as 'unique Brahmin' in the Nashik Prashasti inscription.

Current Affairs·India Foreign Relations

What is India-EFTA TEPA and when did it come into force?

Answer: Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement — in force October 1, 2025. Covers Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein.

Distinct from CETA (India-UK) and CEPA (India-Oman) — different acronyms for different agreements.

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