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Archive · 4 August 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·President Vp
High Frequency

Who was India's first President?

Answer: Dr. Rajendra Prasad — only President to serve two full terms.

Served 1950-1962; all other Presidents served only one term so far.

History·Revolt 1857
High Frequency

Begum Hazrat Mahal led which center of revolt?

Answer: Lucknow — wife of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah; declared her son Nawab.

Lucknow Residency siege lasted from June to November 1857; fierce battles; finally suppressed.

Current Affairs·India Foreign Relations

What is India-EFTA TEPA and when did it come into force?

Answer: Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement — in force October 1, 2025. Covers Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein.

Distinct from CETA (India-UK) and CEPA (India-Oman) — different acronyms for different agreements.

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