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Archive · 22 October 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·Panchayati Raj
High Frequency

What are the three tiers of Panchayati Raj?

Answer: Gram Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti (Intermediate), Zilla Parishad.

States with population below 20 lakh may omit the intermediate tier.

History·Maratha Empire
High Frequency

Shivaji's administrative system had two key features — name them.

Answer: Ashta Pradhan (council of 8 ministers) and Chauth/Sardeshmukhi taxation.

Chauth = 1/4 of revenue; Sardeshmukhi = 1/10 extra; collected from Mughal territories.

Current Affairs·Awards
High Frequency

Who received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023?

Answer: Mohanlal — presented at the 71st National Film Awards in September 2025.

Dadasaheb Phalke is the highest honour in Indian cinema.

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