APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –29/08/2025
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From The Assam Tribune, 29 August 2025
1. India’s Record Foodgrain Output 2024–25
Q1. (MCQ – Direct Fact)
With reference to India’s agriculture in 2024–25, consider the following statements:
- India recorded a foodgrain output of over 340 million tonnes.
- Wheat and rice continue to dominate total production.
- Pulses production has made India completely self-sufficient, with no imports required.
Which of the above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation: India achieved a record foodgrain output (340 MT). However, India still imports pulses (especially tur and masoor), so statement 3 is incorrect.
Q2. (Statement Matching)
Match the following crop with its leading state of production (2024–25):
| Crop | Leading State |
| A. Rice | 1. Madhya Pradesh |
| B. Wheat | 2. West Bengal |
| C. Pulses | 3. Rajasthan |
Options:
a) A–2, B–1, C–3
b) A–1, B–3, C–2
c) A–2, B–3, C–1
d) A–3, B–2, C–1
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Answer: a) A–2, B–1, C–3
2. India–ASEAN Trade Pact Review
Q3. (MCQ – IR + Economy)
Consider the following statements about ASEAN:
- The headquarters of ASEAN is in Jakarta.
- All ASEAN countries are members of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).
- India is a founding member of ASEAN.
Which of the above is/are correct?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: b) 1 and 2 only
Explanation: ASEAN HQ is in Jakarta. All ASEAN members joined RCEP (2020). India is not a member of ASEAN, hence statement 3 is wrong.
Q4. (Assertion-Reason)
Assertion (A): India has been pressing for a review of the ASEAN–India Free Trade Agreement (AIFTA).
Reason (R): India faces a growing trade deficit with ASEAN countries.
a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is true, R is false.
d) A is false, R is true.
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Answer: a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
3. Assam’s Mission Niramay
Q5. (MCQ – Schemes)
With reference to Assam’s Mission Niramay, consider the following statements:
- It aims to provide universal health coverage to all households of Assam.
- It is fully funded by the World Bank.
- It integrates with Ayushman Bharat and Digital Health Mission.
Which of the statements are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: b) 1 and 3 only
Explanation: Mission Niramay is state-funded, not fully funded by World Bank. It is integrated with PM-JAY and digital health.
Q6. (Match the Following – Health Indicators)
| Indicator (NFHS-5 Assam) | Approximate Value |
| A. Infant Mortality Rate | 1. 36 per 1000 live births |
| B. Institutional Deliveries | 2. 76% |
| C. Anaemia in Women (15–49) | 3. 66% |
Choose the correct match:
a) A–1, B–2, C–3
b) A–2, B–3, C–1
c) A–3, B–1, C–2
d) A–1, B–3, C–2
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Answer: a) A–1, B–2, C–3
4. India–Japan Defence Cooperation
Q7. (MCQ – Defence Exercises)
Match the following India–Japan bilateral exercises:
| Exercise | Forces Involved |
| A. Dharma Guardian | 1. Navy |
| B. JIMEX | 2. Army |
| C. Veer Guardian | 3. Air Force |
Options:
a) A–2, B–1, C–3
b) A–1, B–2, C–3
c) A–3, B–2, C–1
d) A–2, B–3, C–1
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Answer: a) A–2, B–1, C–3
Q8. (MCQ – Conceptual)
Which of the following best explains the strategic significance of India–Japan defence cooperation?
a) It primarily focuses on resolving land border disputes between the two nations.
b) It enhances Indo-Pacific maritime security and balances regional power dynamics.
c) It seeks to form a military alliance similar to NATO in Asia.
d) It is aimed exclusively at boosting India’s defence manufacturing under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
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Answer: b) It enhances Indo-Pacific maritime security and balances regional power dynamics.
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