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Archive · 3 October 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
High Frequency

What is the eligibility requirement for UPSC/SPSC membership?

Answer: Nearly half the members must have held office for at least 10 years under Central or State Government.

This ensures experienced administrators in the commission.

History·Maurya Dynasty

The Third Buddhist Council was held where?

Answer: Pataliputra — under Ashoka's patronage, c. 250 BCE.

Aimed to purify Buddhist doctrine and organize Buddhist missions abroad.

Current Affairs·International Orgs

Who were the non-permanent members of the UN Security Council in 2025?

Answer: Bahrain, Colombia, DRC, Latvia, Liberia.

UN Security Council has 5 permanent + 10 non-permanent members elected for 2-year terms.

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