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Archive · 28 October 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 October 2022

Polity·Constitutional Bodies
High Frequency

Which article establishes the Comptroller and Auditor General?

Answer: Article 148 — CAG is India's guardian of public finance.

CAG audits accounts of Union and States; reports submitted to Parliament/State Legislature.

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·Government Policies
High Frequency

What replaced the Indian Penal Code 1860?

Answer: Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) — 358 sections (vs IPC's 511). Effective July 1, 2024.

Three new criminal laws came into force together on July 1, 2024.

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