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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·Union Government
High Frequency

What is the maximum strength of Lok Sabha?

Answer: 552 — 530 states, 20 UTs, 2 Anglo-Indians (now abolished).

104th Amendment (2020) abolished Anglo-Indian nomination; current effective max is 552.

History·Vedic Period
High Frequency

Upanishadic philosophy introduced which three key concepts?

Answer: Karma, Samsara (cycle of rebirth), and Moksha (liberation).

Emerged as philosophical reaction against Brahmanical ritualism; led eventually to Buddhism and Jainism.

Current Affairs·Books Authors

How many languages does Sahitya Akademi recognise for annual awards?

Answer: 24 languages.

Prize for each winner: Rs 1 lakh + shawl + copper plaque. Ceremony 2025: March 31, 2026.

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