APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 11/04/2025
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 (11-03-2025). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 11/04/2025)
🔹 Topic 1: Gamosa Procurement and Handloom Economy
Q1. With reference to the “Gamosa” of Assam, consider the following statements:
- It is a Geographical Indication (GI)-tagged product of Assam.
- It is traditionally woven using powerlooms to ensure faster production.
- It is commonly used during Bihu festivals as a symbol of cultural identity.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
✅ Answer: A
🧠 Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Gamosa has received GI tag recognition.
- Statement 2 is incorrect: Traditional gamosas are handwoven; powerlooms are considered unauthentic substitutes.
- Statement 3 is correct: Widely used during Bihu as a mark of respect and identity.
🔹 Topic 2: Byrnihat Pollution Crisis
Q2. Byrnihat, recently in the news for severe air pollution, is:
A. A border town between Assam and Nagaland
B. A coal mining zone in Tripura
C. A cement-industrial cluster on the Assam-Meghalaya border
D. A tea plantation belt in Upper Assam
✅ Answer: C
🧠 Explanation: Byrnihat is an industrial hub on the Assam-Meghalaya border, heavily polluted due to unregulated coke oven and cement industries.
Q3. The Right to Breathe Clean Air in India is derived from:
A. Article 14 – Equality before law
B. Article 19 – Right to move freely
C. Article 21 – Right to Life
D. Article 25 – Right to freedom of religion
✅ Answer: C
🧠 Explanation: The Supreme Court has interpreted Article 21 to include environmental rights, including clean air, clean water, and health.
🔹 Topic 3: AI-Based Soil Testing Vans
Q4. Consider the following technologies used in modern soil testing in agriculture:
- Geo-tagging
- Handheld diagnostic scanners
- Artificial intelligence
- Blockchain-based fertilizer supply tracking
Which of the above are currently used in the AI-based mobile soil testing initiative launched in Assam?
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 4 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
✅ Answer: A
🧠 Explanation: Assam’s AI soil labs use geo-tagging, handheld scanners, and AI for real-time analysis. Blockchain has not been mentioned in the current implementation.
🔹 Topic 4: Manuscript Conservation Mission
Q5. With reference to the National Mission for Manuscripts (NMM), which of the following statements is/are correct?
- It is a scheme under the Ministry of Culture.
- It aims to digitize, conserve, and make accessible India’s manuscript heritage.
- It focuses only on Sanskrit and Pali manuscripts, excluding regional languages.
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
🧠 Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: NMM is run by the Ministry of Culture.
- Statement 2 is correct: It has a wide scope — cataloging, conservation, digitization.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: NMM also covers regional language manuscripts, including Assamese scripts like Tirhuta, Kamarupi, etc.
🔹 Bonus: Mixed UPSC-Style Analytical Question
Q6. Which of the following initiatives can be linked with the government’s “Vocal for Local” vision?
- Procurement of handloom gamosas for Bihu
- AI-based soil health diagnostics for farmers
- Export of Assamese manuscripts to global digital archives
- Promotion of local food startups through PMFME scheme
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 1, 3 and 4 only
C. 1, 2, 3 and 4
D. 2 and 4 only
✅ Answer: C
🧠 Explanation: All four options support local innovation, production, and culture, aligning with Atmanirbhar Bharat and Vocal for Local initiatives.nning implies connecting major transit points (like ferry terminals) to local destinations via roads, e-rickshaws, etc.
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