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Archive · 9 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·Nhrc Shrc
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AP State Human Rights Commission — where is it located?

Answer: Amaravati — established under Protection of Human Rights Act 1993.

AP and Telangana have separate SHRCs post-bifurcation (2014).

History·Jainism Buddhism
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Why did Buddhism and Jainism rise in the 6th century BCE?

Answer: Reaction against Brahmanical ritualism, rigid caste hierarchy, and growing trade-class needs.

Kshatriyas (Mahavira and Gautama were both) resented Brahmin dominance; merchants sought recognition.

Current Affairs·Important Events
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What is the significance of PFBR Kalpakkam achieving first criticality on April 6, 2026?

Answer: India became the 2nd country (after Russia) with a commercial Fast Breeder Reactor. 500 MWe; MOX fuel.

FBRs use spent nuclear fuel and breed more fuel than they consume — major energy milestone.

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