APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –07/03/2026
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From The Assam Tribune, 7 March 2026
1. Consider the following statements regarding the Su-30MKI fighter aircraft:
- It is a multirole fighter aircraft used by the Indian Air Force.
- It is manufactured in India by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited under license.
- It is originally designed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau of Russia.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 2 and 3 only
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Answer: C
Explanation:
- Su-30MKI is a multirole fighter aircraft forming the backbone of the IAF.
- It was designed by Russia’s Sukhoi Design Bureau.
- It is produced in India by HAL under license.
2. Jorhat Air Force Station, often seen in news due to defence activities in Northeast India, is located in which state?
A. Arunachal Pradesh
B. Assam
C. Manipur
D. Nagaland
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Answer: B
Explanation:
Jorhat Air Force Station is located in Assam and plays a strategic role in defending India’s eastern and northeastern borders.
3. Consider the following statements regarding India’s crude oil imports:
- India imports a majority of its crude oil requirements.
- Russia has become one of the largest suppliers of crude oil to India after the Ukraine conflict.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2
C. 2 only
D. Neither 1 nor 2
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Answer: B
Explanation:
- India imports about 85% of its crude oil requirements.
- After the Russia-Ukraine conflict (2022), Russia became a major supplier of crude oil to India.
4. Which of the following correctly describes the objective of Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPR)?
A. Increase domestic crude oil production
B. Provide emergency oil supply during disruptions
C. Promote renewable energy production
D. Regulate global oil prices
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Answer: B
Explanation:
Strategic Petroleum Reserves are emergency crude oil stockpiles maintained to handle supply disruptions or geopolitical crises.
5. The National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET) functions under which ministry?
A. Ministry of Education
B. Ministry of Labour and Employment
C. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
D. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
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Answer: C
Explanation:
NCVET operates under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and regulates vocational education and training.
6. Which of the following correctly describes the National Skill Qualification Framework (NSQF)?
A. Framework to standardize skill levels and vocational qualifications
B. Programme to promote digital education in universities
C. Scheme to support start-ups in technology sector
D. System for accreditation of higher education institutions
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Answer: A
Explanation:
NSQF organizes vocational qualifications into different levels based on skills, knowledge, and aptitude.
7. Krishna Kanta Handiqui State Open University (KKHSOU) is located in:
A. Dibrugarh
B. Guwahati
C. Jorhat
D. Silchar
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Answer: B
Explanation:
KKHSOU is located in Guwahati, Assam and is a major open and distance learning university in the Northeast.
8. The Assam Integrated River Basin Management Programme (AIRBMP) is primarily aimed at:
A. Developing hydroelectric power projects
B. Integrated management of river basins and flood mitigation
C. Promoting inland water transport
D. Regulating irrigation canals
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Answer: B
Explanation:
AIRBMP focuses on flood management, river basin planning, and disaster-resilient infrastructure in Assam.
9. Which organization is the nodal agency for disaster management in Assam?
A. Assam State Disaster Management Authority
B. Brahmaputra Board
C. National Disaster Management Authority
D. North Eastern Council
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Answer: A
Explanation:
The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) is responsible for disaster management planning and implementation in Assam.
10. Flood shelters constructed under disaster management programmes are primarily intended to:
- Provide safe refuge for people during floods
- Store relief materials and emergency supplies
- Support evacuation and disaster response operations
Select the correct answer:
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: D
Explanation:
Flood shelters are multi-purpose disaster infrastructure used for:
- evacuation centres
- storage of relief supplies
- protection of vulnerable populations.
11. Which of the following pairs is correctly matched?
| Institution | Role |
- ASDMA | Disaster management in Assam
- NCVET | Regulation of vocational education and training
- HAL | Manufacturing of military aircraft in India
Select the correct answer:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 2 and 3 only
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Answer: C
Explanation:
HAL – India’s aerospace manufacturer producing aircraft like Su-30MKI.
ASDMA – disaster management authority of Assam.
NCVET – regulator of vocational education and training.
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