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Archive · 16 September 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 September 2022

Polity·Upsc Appsc
High Frequency

What services does APPSC Group 1 recruit for?

Answer: Deputy Collector, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Commercial Tax Officer, Division Officer — senior state service posts.

Group 1 is the most prestigious APPSC exam, equivalent to state IAS-level posts.

History·South Indian Kingdoms

Vishnukundinas were significant for AP history for?

Answer: Earliest distinct Andhra dynasty (5th-6th CE) — ruled Krishna-Guntur region.

Used title 'Mahendravikrama'; issued coins; Telugu identity crystallized under their rule.

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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