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Archive · 15 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·Constitution Basics
High Frequency

India borrowed Directive Principles from which country?

Answer: Ireland (Éire).

Ireland's Constitution (1937) had non-justiciable socio-economic principles — India adopted the concept.

History·Jainism Buddhism
High Frequency

Why did Buddhism and Jainism rise in the 6th century BCE?

Answer: Reaction against Brahmanical ritualism, rigid caste hierarchy, and growing trade-class needs.

Kshatriyas (Mahavira and Gautama were both) resented Brahmin dominance; merchants sought recognition.

Current Affairs·Important Events

Who is India's first openly queer MP?

Answer: Menaka Guruswamy — nominated to the Rajya Sabha by AITC in April 2026.

A landmark in India's political representation for LGBTQ+ community.

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