APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 09/12/2024
For APSC CCE and other Assam Competitive examinations aspirants, practicing Daily MCQs is vital. This blog covers most important Prelims questions from the Assam Tribune today (09-12-2024). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 09/12/2024)
Topic 1: Palashbari-Sualkuchi Bridge Project
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the Palashbari-Sualkuchi Bridge Project:
- The bridge spans 5.3 km across the Brahmaputra River.
- It aims to connect Palashbari in the north to Sualkuchi in the south.
- Elevated roads are being constructed to minimize the impact on wetlands.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: b) 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
- The Palashbari-Sualkuchi Bridge spans 3.6 km, not 5.3 km.
- Elevated roads are part of the project to protect the wetlands near Sualkuchi.
Q2. Sualkuchi, connected by the Palashbari-Sualkuchi Bridge, is renowned for:
a) Its tea estates.
b) Its silk weaving industry.
c) Its coal mining operations.
d) Its archaeological sites.
Answer: b) Its silk weaving industry.
Explanation:
- Sualkuchi is famously called the “Manchester of Assam” due to its silk weaving industry.
Topic 2: Assam’s First Climate-Resilient Agriculture Plan
Q1. Which of the following are features of Assam’s Climate-Resilient Agriculture Plan?
- Promotion of drought-resistant crop varieties.
- Use of GIS and satellite-based monitoring.
- Restoration of degraded lands for organic farming.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
- The Climate-Resilient Agriculture Plan includes all these measures to adapt to climate change and improve sustainability in agriculture.
Q2. The UN FAO Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) framework focuses on:
a) Enhancing soil fertility through chemical inputs.
b) Adopting traditional farming methods exclusively.
c) Improving agricultural productivity, resilience, and sustainability.
d) Promoting monoculture practices to maximize output.
Answer: c) Improving agricultural productivity, resilience, and sustainability.
Explanation:
- The CSA framework integrates productivity, climate adaptation, and sustainability, aligning with Assam’s initiatives.
Topic 3: Expansion of Assam’s Inland Water Transport System
Q1. National Waterway-2 (NW-2) refers to:
a) The Barak River.
b) The Brahmaputra River.
c) The Subansiri River.
d) The Manas River.
Answer: b) The Brahmaputra River.
Explanation:
- NW-2 spans the Brahmaputra River from Dhubri to Sadiya.
Q2. Which of the following are advantages of the Inland Water Transport (IWT) system?
- It is a low-emission mode of transportation.
- It requires minimal investment compared to road and rail infrastructure.
- It provides year-round navigability in all Indian rivers.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: b) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- IWT is eco-friendly and cost-effective but is subject to seasonal variability, making year-round navigability unfeasible in some rivers.
Topic 4: Wildlife Corridor Protection in Assam
Q1. Consider the following statements about wildlife corridors in Assam:
- Wildlife corridors connect fragmented habitats, facilitating genetic diversity.
- The Kaziranga-Karbi Anglong corridor is one of Assam’s key wildlife corridors.
- Eco-sensitive zones are part of wildlife corridors under India’s Wildlife Protection Act.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Eco-sensitive zones regulate activities around protected areas but are not legally designated as part of wildlife corridors under the Wildlife Protection Act.
Q2. Which of the following are national initiatives aiding corridor conservation in India?
- Project Tiger
- Project Elephant
- Green India Mission
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
Project Tiger, Project Elephant, and the Green India Mission all contribute to protecting habitats and corridors for wildlife conservation.
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