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Archive · 20 November 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·Union Government
High Frequency

Who presides over the joint sitting of Parliament?

Answer: Speaker of Lok Sabha.

Joint sitting called by President under Art 108 when Houses disagree on a bill — rare in practice.

History·Maratha Empire

Shivaji treated religious places of all faiths how?

Answer: Protected mosques and dargahs — banned looting of religious institutions.

Contrasted with Aurangzeb's policies; several Muslims served in Shivaji's army and administration.

Current Affairs·Government Policies
High Frequency

How was Ayushman Bharat expanded in Budget 2025-26?

Answer: Extended to ALL senior citizens aged 70+ — Rs 5 lakh coverage regardless of income.

Previously Ayushman Bharat covered BPL families; this expansion is universal for 70+ age group.

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