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Archive · 21 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 21 September 2022

Polity·Supreme Court
High Frequency

What five writs can the SC issue?

Answer: Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, Quo Warranto.

SC issues writs only for Fundamental Rights (Art 32); HC (Art 226) issues for FR and any other purpose.

History·South Indian Kingdoms
High Frequency

Sangam literature's earliest mention of Andhra people is in?

Answer: Aitareya Brahmana (c. 800 BCE) — Andhras described as tribe south of Vindhyas.

Later Sangam texts also mention Telugu people; Tamil and Telugu cultures interlinked in ancient period.

Current Affairs·International Orgs

How many member countries does the SCO have as of 2025?

Answer: 10 member countries, with 17 partner countries (Laos is the latest addition).

PM Modi attended the SCO Leaders Summit in Tianjin, China in 2025.

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