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Archive · 23 January 2025

3 APPSC Facts

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

Polity·Prime Minister Council
High Frequency

Council of Ministers is collectively responsible to?

Answer: Lok Sabha only — as per Article 75(3).

Collective responsibility means: all ministers must publicly support Cabinet decisions or resign.

History·Gupta Dynasty
High Frequency

Who was the first great ruler of the Gupta dynasty?

Answer: Chandragupta I (c. 320-335 CE) — title 'Maharajadhiraja'.

Gupta Era begins c. 319-320 CE. Founded by Sri Gupta (275-300 CE); Chandragupta I married Lichchhavi princess.

Current Affairs·Awards

Who received the Arjuna Award 2025 for Shooting?

Answer: Sarabjot Singh and Swapnil Kusale.

Murlikant Petkar received the Lifetime Arjuna Award — a war hero and first Paralympic gold medallist from India.

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