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3 APPSC Facts

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

Polity·Fundamental Rights Duties

Which article protects against self-incrimination?

Answer: Article 20(3) — accused cannot be compelled to testify against himself.

Applies only to criminal proceedings; borrowed from the US Constitution's Fifth Amendment.

History·Vedic Period
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What are the two phases of the Vedic Period?

Answer: Early Vedic (1500-1000 BCE) and Later Vedic (1000-500 BCE).

Early Vedic = pastoral, tribal; Later Vedic = settled agriculture, varna system.

Current Affairs·Books Authors
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Which book won the International Booker Prize 2025?

Answer: 'Heart Lamp' — Kannada short stories by Banu Mushtaq, translated by Deepa Bhasthi.

First short story collection ever to win the International Booker Prize — a historic milestone.

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