APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 01/03/2025
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 (01-03-2025). 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: 01/03/2025)
Topic 1: Kopili Fault Zone and Earthquake Vulnerability
Question 1
Which of the following statements regarding the Kopili Fault Zone is/are correct?
- It is a seismically active zone located in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.
- It lies near the boundary of the Indian Plate and Eurasian Plate, making it prone to frequent earthquakes.
- The Kopili Fault Zone has never witnessed an earthquake greater than Magnitude 6.0.
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: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: The Kopili Fault Zone extends across Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and is a major seismically active zone.
- Statement 2 is correct: It lies near the Indian-Eurasian Plate boundary, making it vulnerable to earthquakes.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: The region has experienced earthquakes of magnitude above 7.0, including the 1869 Cachar (M7.5) and 1943 Mikir Hills (M7.0) earthquakes.
Question 2
Consider the following terms:
- Liquefaction
- Strike-slip faulting
- Seismic Microzonation
Which of the above are associated with earthquake-prone regions?
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:
- Liquefaction (1): During strong earthquakes, water-saturated soil loses strength, leading to building collapses.
- Strike-slip faulting (2): Occurs when tectonic plates slide past each other horizontally. The Kopili Fault exhibits this behavior.
- Seismic Microzonation (3): A process to divide an area into zones based on earthquake risk—critical for urban planning in Assam.
Topic 2: Aditya-L1 and Solar Flare Observations
Question 3
Why was Lagrange Point 1 (L1) chosen as the location for Aditya-L1?
a) It provides continuous, uninterrupted observation of the Sun.
b) It is the closest stable point to the Sun.
c) It allows the spacecraft to avoid Earth’s gravity completely.
d) It ensures real-time data transmission to ISRO.
Answer: a) It provides continuous, uninterrupted observation of the Sun.
Explanation:
- Lagrange Point 1 (L1) is a stable position 1.5 million km from Earth, where gravitational forces of Earth and the Sun balance.
- It allows 24/7 solar observation without obstructions like Earth’s atmosphere or eclipses.
Question 4
With reference to solar flares, consider the following statements:
- X-class solar flares are the most powerful type of solar flare.
- Solar flares can disrupt GPS, radio signals, and power grids on Earth.
- The 11-year solar cycle determines the frequency and intensity of solar flares.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
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: X-class solar flares are the strongest, followed by M-class and C-class flares.
- Statement 2 is correct: Large flares can cause geomagnetic storms, affecting Earth’s radio communications, power grids, and satellites.
- Statement 3 is correct: The Sun undergoes an 11-year cycle, with periods of high and low solar activity.
Topic 3: India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and Its Implications
Question 5
What are the likely benefits for India under the proposed India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA)?
- Greater market access for textiles, pharmaceuticals, and IT services.
- Increased European investments in India, particularly in green energy.
- Tariff-free access for Indian agricultural products to the EU.
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: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Indian textiles, pharmaceuticals, and IT services will gain preferential access in the EU market.
- Statement 2 is correct: The EU is focusing on green investments, particularly in renewable energy and sustainable manufacturing.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: The EU has strict agricultural standards and does not allow tariff-free agricultural imports from India.
Question 6
Which of the following could be a major challenge for India in signing the India-EU FTA?
a) The EU’s demand for reducing import duties on automobiles and dairy products.
b) India’s insistence on data localization and digital sovereignty.
c) Compliance with EU’s carbon tax and labor laws.
d) All of the above.
Answer: d) All of the above.
Explanation:
- Automobile & Dairy Tariffs: The EU wants India to lower tariffs on European cars and dairy, which affects domestic industries.
- Data Privacy Laws: EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) conflicts with India’s data localization policies.
- Environmental & Labor Compliance: India faces challenges in meeting EU’s strict sustainability norms, including the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
Topic 4: Security Situation in Manipur and the Role of the MHA
Question 7
Which of the following laws allow the central government to impose President’s Rule in a state?
a) Article 352
b) Article 356
c) Article 365
d) Article 370
Answer: b) Article 356
Explanation:
- Article 356 allows the President to take direct control of a state if the constitutional machinery breaks down.
- It was recently applied in Manipur due to ethnic violence and governance failure.
Question 8
Which of the following forces is primarily responsible for counter-insurgency operations in Manipur?
a) Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
b) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
c) Assam Rifles
d) Border Security Force (BSF)
Answer: c) Assam Rifles
Explanation:
Assam Rifles is responsible for counter-insurgency and border security operations in the Northeast, especially along the India-Myanmar border.
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