APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 13/01/2025
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 (13-01-2025). 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: 13/01/2025)
1. Act East Policy and Myanmar Crisis
Question 1:
Consider the following statements about the Act East Policy:
- It aims to enhance economic cooperation only with ASEAN member states.
- Myanmar is the only Southeast Asian country that shares a land border with India.
- The Trilateral Highway Project connects India, Myanmar, and Laos.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 2 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: The Act East Policy extends beyond ASEAN and includes East Asian countries like Japan and South Korea.
- Statement 2 is correct: Myanmar is the only Southeast Asian nation sharing a land border with India.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: The Trilateral Highway connects India, Myanmar, and Thailand, not Laos.
2. Magh Bihu and its Socio-Economic Implications
Question 2:
Which of the following is/are correct regarding Magh Bihu?
- It is celebrated at the onset of the harvesting season.
- The burning of the meji symbolizes the purification of the community.
- Pitha is a traditional delicacy prepared during Magh Bihu.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
- (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:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: Magh Bihu is celebrated at the end of the harvesting season, not the onset.
- Statement 2 is correct: The burning of the meji symbolizes purification and is a significant ritual.
- Statement 3 is correct: Pitha, a rice-based delicacy, is traditionally prepared and consumed during the festival.
3. Wildlife Drilling in Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary
Question 3:
Which of the following is/are correct about the Hollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary?
- It is the only sanctuary in India that is home to the Hoolock Gibbon.
- It is located in Assam and surrounded by tea gardens.
- Exploratory drilling for hydrocarbons is permitted within the sanctuary boundaries.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 2 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Hollongapar is unique for being home to India’s only ape, the Hoolock Gibbon.
- Statement 2 is correct: The sanctuary is in Jorhat, Assam, and is surrounded by tea plantations.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: While exploratory drilling has been approved near the sanctuary’s eco-sensitive zone (ESZ), it is not permitted within the sanctuary itself.
4. Growth in the Livestock Sector in Assam
Question 4:
Consider the following pairs regarding indigenous livestock breeds in Assam:
| Animal | Indigenous Breed |
| 1. Cattle | Lakhimi |
| 2. Pig | Ghungroo |
| 3. Goat | Beetal |
Which of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 1 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Pair 1 is correct: Lakhimi is an indigenous cattle breed from Assam.
- Pair 2 is correct: Ghungroo pigs are an indigenous breed widely reared in Assam.
- Pair 3 is incorrect: Beetal is a goat breed native to Punjab, not Assam.
5. Digitization of Assamese Literature
Question 5:
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the digitization of Assamese literature?
- Xasipat manuscripts are ancient Assamese texts made of bark.
- AssamArchive.org hosts digitized Assamese literary works.
- The digitization initiative is a public sector-led project with no private involvement.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 1 and 3 only
- (c) 2 and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
Statement 3 is incorrect: The project involves public-private partnerships, including institutions like Oil India Ltd.
Statement 1 is correct: Xasipat manuscripts are made from the bark of the Sanchi tree and hold significant cultural value.
Statement 2 is correct: AssamArchive.org is an online platform hosting digitized content.
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