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Archive · 2 January 2026

3 APPSC Facts

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

Polity·Election Commission
High Frequency

State Election Commissioner is appointed by whom?

Answer: Governor of the State — removed only like a High Court judge.

SEC cannot be removed arbitrarily; ensures independence in conducting panchayat/municipal elections.

History·British Rule
High Frequency

What was the Ryotwari system and where applied?

Answer: Revenue collected directly from peasants (ryots) — Thomas Munro; Madras Presidency (AP).

More equitable than Permanent Settlement; peasant paid directly to government; no zamindar intermediary.

Current Affairs·Government Policies
High Frequency

What is the theme and total expenditure of Union Budget 2025-26?

Answer: Theme: 'Sabka Vikas'. Total expenditure: Rs 50.65 lakh crore. Fiscal deficit: 4.4% of GDP.

Capital expenditure (Capex): Rs 11.21 lakh crore.

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