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Archive · 20 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 20 April 2023

Polity·Ap Governance
High Frequency

What are the three tiers of local self-government in AP?

Answer: Gram Panchayat (village), Mandal Parishad (mandal/block), Zilla Parishad (district).

73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments mandated three-tier PRIs and urban local bodies.

History·Gupta Dynasty
High Frequency

Which Chinese pilgrim visited India during Chandragupta II's reign?

Answer: Fa-Hien — visited c. 399-414 CE; described a prosperous empire.

Recorded peaceful conditions, charitable hospitals, and thriving Buddhist institutions during his visit.

Current Affairs·International Orgs

Who were the non-permanent members of the UN Security Council in 2025?

Answer: Bahrain, Colombia, DRC, Latvia, Liberia.

UN Security Council has 5 permanent + 10 non-permanent members elected for 2-year terms.

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