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Archive · 12 April 2023

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 12 April 2023

Polity·State Legislature
High Frequency

How can a state abolish or create a Legislative Council?

Answer: Assembly passes special majority resolution; Parliament enacts law under Art 169.

Special majority = majority of total membership + 2/3 of members present and voting.

History·Social Reforms

Prarthana Samaj was founded in Maharashtra by?

Answer: Atmaram Pandurang — 1867; later led by Mahadev Govind Ranade.

More gradualist than Arya Samaj; focused on widow remarriage and women's education.

Current Affairs·Government Policies
High Frequency

How many industries still require compulsory licensing in India?

Answer: 4 industries — defence, industrial explosives, hazardous chemicals, cigarettes/tobacco.

New Industrial Policy 1991 abolished licensing for all except these 4 (down from hundreds).

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