Polity·Preamble
High FrequencyWhich three words were NOT in the original Preamble?
Answer: Socialist, Secular, and Integrity.
Added by 42nd Amendment (1976) — a classic exam trap frequently tested in APPSC.
Archive · 2 October 2026
3 APPSC Facts
One from Polity, one from History, one from Current Affairs. Deterministic selection for this date — same 3 cards every time.
History·British Rule
High FrequencyWhat was the Regulating Act of 1773?
Answer: First Parliamentary control over EIC — appointed Warren Hastings as Governor-General.
Created Supreme Court at Calcutta; began British governmental oversight of East India Company.
Current Affairs·Awards
High FrequencyHow 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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