APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 08/11/2024

Topic 1: Central Government’s Directive for Assam to Prepare Wetland Conservation Plan

Question 1: With reference to wetland conservation in India, consider the following statements:

1. Wetlands play a significant role in flood mitigation by acting as natural reservoirs for excess water.
2. The North East Space Application Centre (NESAC) is responsible for mapping and monitoring wetlands in the northeastern region of India.
3. Wetlands do not contribute to groundwater recharge.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Topic 2: Assam Ranks Second in Road Accident Fatalities in Northeast

Question 2: Which of the following factors are commonly associated with high road accident fatality rates in India?

1. Poor road infrastructure
2. Limited enforcement of traffic laws
3. Low levels of public awareness on road safety
4. Widespread adoption of seatbelt and helmet use

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2, and 3 only
C. 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3, and 4

Topic 3: First Integrated Check Post Along India-Bhutan Border in Assam

Question 3: Consider the following statements about Integrated Check Posts (ICPs):

1. ICPs are designed to streamline the movement of goods and people across borders by consolidating multiple facilities.
2. The Land Ports Authority of India is responsible for developing and managing ICPs across India’s borders.
3. The ICP at Darranga, Assam, primarily facilitates cross-border movement with China.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Topic 4: Assam’s Plan to Promote Organic Farming in Majuli

Question 4: With reference to organic farming, consider the following statements:

1. Organic farming involves avoiding the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.
2. Majuli’s unique riverine ecosystem makes it a suitable location for organic farming practices.
3. Organic farming typically yields higher crop productivity than conventional farming.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Topic 5: National Conclave on Food Fortification at Assam Agricultural University (AAU)

Question 5: Which of the following statements about food fortification is/are correct?

1. Food fortification involves adding essential vitamins and minerals to food to prevent nutrient deficiencies.
2. The Government of India promotes rice fortification as a measure to combat malnutrition in public food distribution schemes.
3. Fortified foods are mandatory for all food grains provided under the Public Distribution System (PDS) in India.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Statement 3 is incorrect. While fortified foods are increasingly promoted, they are not yet mandatory across all food grains in the PDS system in India.
Thus, the correct answer is A.

Statement 1 is correct. Food fortification adds essential nutrients to food items to address specific nutrient deficiencies.

Statement 2 is correct. The Government of India has been promoting the fortification of rice and other staple foods to improve nutrition levels through schemes like the PDS.