Archive · 10 December 2024
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.
What was the official language of the Satavahana court?
Answer: Prakrit — written in Brahmi script.
Satavahanas used Prakrit rather than Sanskrit; helped spread vernacular culture across the Deccan.
Who is the youngest undisputed World Chess Champion?
Answer: D Gukesh — won at 18 years, 195 days (December 2024).
Gukesh also won Khel Ratna 2025 and was FIDE World No. 3 in March 2025.
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