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Archive · 16 January 2024

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 January 2024

Polity·Preamble
High Frequency

What does 'Secular' mean in the Indian Preamble?

Answer: State has no official religion; treats all religions equally.

Indian secularism = positive engagement with all faiths; differs from Western separation model.

History·Mughal Empire
High Frequency

Who built the Taj Mahal and when?

Answer: Shah Jahan — built 1632-1653 in memory of Mumtaz Mahal.

Designed by Ustad Ahmad Lahauri; white marble from Makrana, Rajasthan; UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Current Affairs·India Foreign Relations
High Frequency

Who was extradited to India in April 2025 and why?

Answer: Tahawwur Hussain Rana — extradited from the USA on April 10, 2025. Accused in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

He arrived in Delhi after a long legal battle in US courts.

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