APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 19/02/2025
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 (19-02-2025). 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: 19/02/2025)
1. Sonowal Dedicates Inland Waterways Terminal (IWT) at Jogighopa to the Nation
Question 1
Which of the following statements regarding the Jogighopa Inland Waterways Terminal (IWT) are correct?
- It is located on National Waterway-2 (NW-2), which is the Brahmaputra River.
- The terminal is strategically placed near the borders of Bangladesh and Bhutan.
- It is part of the Sagarmala Programme, aimed at modernizing port infrastructure.
Select the correct answer using the codes 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:
- Statement 1 is correct – Jogighopa IWT is located on NW-2 (Brahmaputra River).
- Statement 2 is correct – It is strategically close to Bangladesh and Bhutan, making it a crucial trade hub.
- Statement 3 is correct – The project is aligned with the Sagarmala Programme, which promotes inland and maritime logistics development.
2. Assam Government to Introduce Anti-Cybercrime Task Force
Question 2
Which of the following are major objectives of Assam’s proposed Anti-Cybercrime Task Force?
- Setting up dedicated cyber police stations.
- Collaborating with CERT-In (Computer Emergency Response Team-India).
- Establishing a national-level cyber command center in Guwahati.
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
✅ Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
🔎 Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct – The task force will set up cyber police stations to handle online fraud, hacking, and digital financial crimes.
- Statement 2 is correct – Assam’s government will collaborate with CERT-In, India’s national cyber emergency agency.
- Statement 3 is incorrect – There is no plan to set up a national-level cyber command center in Guwahati; cyber operations remain under national jurisdiction (MHA & CERT-In).
Question 3
Which of the following laws govern cybersecurity and digital crimes in India?
- Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000
- Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860
- Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
✅ Answer: (d) 1, 2, and 3
🔎 Explanation:
- IT Act, 2000: The primary law for cybercrime prevention and regulation.
- IPC, 1860: Some sections (e.g., 420 for fraud, 406 for data theft) apply to cyber offenses.
- Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023: Regulates data privacy and online security in India.
3. Assam to Launch ‘Project Jal Shakti’ for Groundwater Conservation
Question 4
Which of the following are key objectives of Project Jal Shakti in Assam?
- Rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge.
- Revival of traditional water bodies such as ponds and lakes.
- Construction of new hydroelectric power plants on the Brahmaputra River.
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
✅ Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
🔎 Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct – The project promotes rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge.
- Statement 2 is correct – It aims to restore ponds, lakes, and other traditional water sources.
- Statement 3 is incorrect – The project is focused on groundwater conservation, not hydroelectric power plants.
Question 5
Which of the following national programs are related to water conservation in India?
- Jal Shakti Abhiyan
- Atal Bhujal Yojana
- National Water Mission
- Namami Gange Programme
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2, and 3 only
(c) 2, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
✅ Answer: (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
🔎 Explanation:
- Jal Shakti Abhiyan – Focuses on rainwater harvesting and watershed management.
- Atal Bhujal Yojana – Community-led groundwater management scheme.
- National Water Mission – Promotes water-use efficiency and conservation.
- Namami Gange Programme – Aims at cleaning and rejuvenating the Ganga River, but also includes wetland conservation efforts.
4. Assam to Host First Northeast Green Energy Summit in Guwahati
Question 6
Which of the following renewable energy sources will be discussed at the Northeast Green Energy Summit?
- Solar Energy
- Wind Energy
- Green Hydrogen
- Hydropower
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2, and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, 3, and 4
(d) 1 and 3 only
✅ Answer: (c) 1, 2, 3, and 4
🔎 Explanation:
- The summit focuses on solar, wind, green hydrogen, and hydropower as key energy sources for Northeast India.
Question 7
Which of the following policies and missions are related to India’s renewable energy goals?
- National Green Hydrogen Mission
- International Solar Alliance (ISA)
- Renewable Energy Development Fund
- Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) Scheme
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2, and 3 only
(c) 1, 2, and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
✅ Answer: (c) 1, 2, and 4 only
🔎 Explanation:
Renewable Energy Development Fund does not exist as an official scheme.
National Green Hydrogen Mission – Promotes green hydrogen production.
International Solar Alliance (ISA) – India-led initiative for global solar energy expansion.
FAME Scheme – Supports electric mobility and vehicle electrification.
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