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Archive · 16 March 2026

3 APPSC Facts

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

Polity·Cag

Which body does CAG head for audit functions?

Answer: Indian Audit and Accounts Department (IAAD).

IAAD has separate wings: civil audit, commercial audit, defence audit, railway audit, receipt audit.

History·South Indian Kingdoms

Chalukyas of Kalyani (Western Chalukyas) were overthrown by?

Answer: Kalachuris briefly, then Kakatiyas and Hoysalas — fragmented in 12th century.

Kakatiyas, Yadavas, and Hoysalas emerged as successor states; Deccan divided among them.

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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