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Archive · 16 September 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 16 September 2023

Polity·Governor
High Frequency

Governor is the constitutional head of which government?

Answer: State government — nominal head; real power with CM and Cabinet.

Governor also acts as agent of the Centre in the state — a unique dual role.

History·Independence Partition
High Frequency

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's role in post-independence India?

Answer: Integrated 562 princely states into India — called 'Iron Man of India'.

Used persuasion and pressure; Junagadh (accession), Hyderabad (police action), Kashmir (accession).

Current Affairs·Important Events
High Frequency

Who was extradited from the USA to India in April 2025?

Answer: Tahawwur Hussain Rana — arrived Delhi on April 10, 2025. Accused in 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

He was arrested in the USA and fought extradition; finally handed over in April 2025.

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