Polity·Municipalities
High FrequencyMayor of a Municipal Corporation is elected how?
Answer: By elected councillors — or directly by citizens in some states.
AP and several states have shifted to direct election of Mayor; term typically 5 years.
Archive · 13 April 2024
3 APPSC Facts
One from Polity, one from History, one from Current Affairs. Deterministic selection for this date — same 3 cards every time.
History·Mughal Empire
High FrequencyWhat was Akbar's land revenue system called?
Answer: Zabt/Dahsala system — introduced 1580 by Raja Todar Mal.
Based on 10-year average produce; revenue fixed in cash; reduced peasant burden.
Current Affairs·Awards
High FrequencyHow many Padma Awards were given in 2026 and in what categories?
Answer: 131 total — 5 Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan, 113 Padma Shri.
Lower total than 2025 (139) — fewer in the top two categories.
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