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Archive · 4 October 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 October 2023

Polity·Constitutional Bodies
High Frequency

Which body advises President on civil service appointments?

Answer: Union Public Service Commission — under Article 320.

UPSC consultation is mandatory for disciplinary actions, promotions, and appointments to civil services.

History·South Indian Kingdoms
High Frequency

Pallava dynasty is famous for which architectural style?

Answer: Dravidian temple architecture — Mahabalipuram (Shore Temple, Pancha Rathas).

Capital at Kanchipuram; created rock-cut and structural temples; UNESCO site at Mahabalipuram.

Current Affairs·Awards
High Frequency

How many recipients received the Bharat Ratna in 2024?

Answer: Five — Karpoori Thakur, MS Swaminathan, PV Narasimha Rao, LK Advani, Chaudhary Charan Singh.

Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian honour.

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