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Archive · 4 August 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 4 August 2023

Polity·Local Governance
High Frequency

Who conducts elections to Panchayati Raj institutions?

Answer: State Election Commission — independent constitutional body.

SEC established by 73rd Amendment; its independence guaranteed similar to Election Commission of India.

History·Maratha Empire
High Frequency

Shivaji's administrative system had two key features — name them.

Answer: Ashta Pradhan (council of 8 ministers) and Chauth/Sardeshmukhi taxation.

Chauth = 1/4 of revenue; Sardeshmukhi = 1/10 extra; collected from Mughal territories.

Current Affairs·International Orgs

What is India's stance on AUKUS?

Answer: Neutral — India did not participate in AUKUS military discussions.

India simultaneously participates in G20, BRICS, Quad, and SCO — multi-alignment strategy.

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