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Archive · 7 May 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·Upsc Appsc

What is the approximate current number of UPSC members?

Answer: Around 10–11 members including the Chairman — the Constitution does not fix a number.

Article 316(1) says President determines the number of members.

History·Revolt 1857
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Who called 1857 the 'First War of Independence'?

Answer: V.D. Savarkar — in his 1909 book 'The Indian War of Independence 1857'.

British called it 'Sepoy Mutiny'; Indian historians debate between rebellion and revolution.

Current Affairs·Awards

Who won the Dronacharya Award 2025?

Answer: Deepali Deshpande (Shooting) and Armando Agnelo Colaco (Football).

Dronacharya Award is given to outstanding sports coaches.

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