Archive · 9 September 2026
3 APPSC Facts
One from Polity, one from History, one from Current Affairs. Deterministic selection for this date — same 3 cards every time.
How long can President's Rule last in a State?
Answer: Maximum 3 years with Parliamentary approval every 6 months.
Initial proclamation: 2 months; each extension requires Parliament's approval; 3-year absolute maximum.
How many signs does the undeciphered Indus script have?
Answer: 400-450 signs — written right-to-left (boustrophedon also found).
No bilingual text like Rosetta Stone has been found; script remains undeciphered by scholars.
How 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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