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Archive · 19 February 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·Finance Commission
High Frequency

15th Finance Commission devolved what share to states?

Answer: 41% of divisible pool — covers 2021-2026; chaired by N.K. Singh.

Down from 42% (14th FC) due to J&K becoming UT; covered both 2020-21 and 2021-26 periods.

History·Vijayanagara Empire
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Name the Ashtadiggajas and what makes them notable for AP?

Answer: Eight Telugu poets in Krishnadevaraya's court — all from present-day Andhra Pradesh.

Peddana, Thimmana, Dhurjati, Mallana, Ramabhadrudu, Surana, Ramarajabhushanudu, Tenali Ramakrishna.

Current Affairs·Government Policies
High Frequency

When was Census 2027 approved and what is unique about it?

Answer: Approved by Cabinet in January 2026 — India's first DIGITAL census. Budget: Rs 11,718 crore.

First census to include caste enumeration since 1931.

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