APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –30/03/2026

🔹 Q1. With reference to groundwater in India, consider the following statements:

1. India is the largest user of groundwater globally.
2. Over-exploitation of groundwater is classified as “safe category”.
3. Central Ground Water Authority regulates groundwater usage.
   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

🔹 Q2. Which of the following best explains “semi-critical groundwater zone”?

Options:
A. Area with no groundwater availability
B. Area where groundwater extraction is moderate but increasing
C. Area with excess water availability
D. Area where groundwater is fully replenished

🔹 Q3. Consider the following statements regarding the National Green Tribunal (NGT):

1. It was established under an Act of Parliament.
2. It deals exclusively with criminal cases.
3. It provides for speedy environmental justice.
   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 best describes the Strait of Hormuz?

Options:
A. A river connecting two continents
B. A strategic maritime chokepoint for global oil trade
C. A land border between two countries
D. A canal used for irrigation

🔹 Q5. Which of the following is the MOST likely impact of disruption in the Strait of Hormuz?

Options:
A. Decrease in global oil prices
B. Increase in global oil supply
C. Increase in oil prices and supply uncertainty
D. Stability in energy markets

🔹 Q6. Consider the following statements regarding EVM–VVPAT system:

1. VVPAT allows verification of votes by the voter.
2. EVM randomisation is done to ensure transparency.
3. VVPAT slips are counted for all votes in elections.
   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

🔹 Q7. Which of the following best explains “home voting” in elections?

Options:
A. Online voting system
B. Postal ballot for NRIs
C. Doorstep voting facility for eligible voters
D. Voting through mobile applications

🔹 Q8. Consider the following statements regarding Naxalism in India:

1. It is also known as Left-Wing Extremism.
2. It is confined only to Northeast India.
3. It is linked to socio-economic deprivation.
   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

🔹 Q9. Which of the following is the primary objective of the SAMADHAN doctrine?

Options:
A. Promote foreign trade
B. Counter Left-Wing Extremism
C. Improve urban governance
D. Strengthen environmental laws

🔹 Q10. Which of the following best explains “energy security” in the context of India?

Options:
A. Only domestic production of energy
B. Availability of affordable and reliable energy
C. Exclusive use of renewable energy
D. Reduction in energy consumption

Energy security = availability + affordability + accessibility