APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –26/03/2026

🔹 Q1. With reference to the Strait of Hormuz, consider the following statements:

1. It is a major global oil chokepoint.
2. It connects the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea.
3. It is controlled entirely by Saudi Arabia.
   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

🔹 Q2. Which of the following best explains “energy shock”?

Options:
A. Gradual increase in energy prices
B. Sudden disruption in energy supply causing price volatility
C. Reduction in renewable energy production
D. Stable energy supply over time

🔹 Q3. Consider the following statements regarding Census 2027:

1. It will be India’s first fully digital Census.
2. It will include caste enumeration for the first time since independence.
3. It will be conducted in two phases.
   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

🔹 Q4. Which of the following authority is responsible for conducting the Census in India?

Options:
A. Election Commission of India
B. Ministry of Home Affairs
C. NITI Aayog
D. Registrar General & Census Commissioner

🔹 Q5. Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Duties:

1. They are enforceable by courts.
2. They were added by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment.
3. They include respect for national symbols.
   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

🔹 Q6. Which of the following best reflects the Supreme Court’s stance on the Vande Mataram circular?

Options:
A. It is mandatory with penalties
B. It is advisory with no penal consequences
C. It is unconstitutional
D. It must be enforced in all schools

🔹 Q7. Which of the following best explains “panic buying”?

Options:
A. Planned increase in consumption
B. Purchase of goods due to fear of shortage
C. Reduction in consumer demand
D. Stable consumption behaviour

🔹 Q8. Consider the following statements regarding fuel supply chains:

1. Panic buying can create artificial shortages.
2. Fuel supply depends on logistics and distribution networks.
3. Local markets are completely unaffected by global events.
   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

🔹 Q9. Which of the following is the MOST likely impact of geopolitical conflict in West Asia on India?

Options:
A. Decrease in oil prices
B. Increase in energy import costs
C. Reduction in inflation
D. Strengthening of domestic production

🔹 Q10. Which of the following Articles of the Constitution relates to Fundamental Duties?

Options:
A. Article 19
B. Article 21
C. Article 32
D. Article 51A

Article 51A = Fundamental Duties