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Archive · 27 May 2024

3 APPSC Facts

One from Polity, one from History, one from Current Affairs. Deterministic selection for this date — same 3 cards every time.

Polity·Preamble
High Frequency

What does 'WE, THE PEOPLE' signify?

Answer: Constitution derives authority from the people, not rulers.

Popular sovereignty — people are the ultimate source of constitutional power.

History·Indus Valley

What was unique about Harappan drainage systems?

Answer: Covered brick drains — first systematic underground sewage system.

Each house connected to main drains via channels; shows advanced urban planning and sanitation.

Current Affairs·Books Authors
High Frequency

What is significant about 'Heart Lamp' winning the International Booker Prize 2025?

Answer: It was the first short story collection to ever win the International Booker Prize.

Author Banu Mushtaq (Kannada) and translator Deepa Bhasthi — first Indian translator to win.

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