APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –20/04/2026

Q1. With reference to disaster management in India, consider the following statements:

1. NDRF is a specialized force for disaster response.
2. SDRF operates at the state level.
3. Disaster management includes only post-disaster relief.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

Q2. Which of the following best describes “inter-agency coordination” in disaster management?

Options:

A. Coordination between private companies
B. Coordination among multiple government and response agencies
C. Only military operations
D. Only state government actions

Q3. With reference to India–South Korea relations, consider the following statements:

1. Both countries share a Special Strategic Partnership.
2. Cooperation includes semiconductors and emerging technologies.
3. South Korea is located in Southeast Asia.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

Q4. Which of the following best explains “supply chain resilience”?

Options:

A. Dependence on a single country for imports
B. Ensuring uninterrupted supply despite disruptions
C. Reduction of trade activities
D. Use of only domestic goods

Q5. With reference to the Strait of Hormuz, consider the following statements:

1. It connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.
2. It is located between Iran and Oman.
3. It is insignificant for global oil trade.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

Q6. Which of the following best explains “energy security”?

Options:

A. Availability of energy at affordable prices
B. Complete reliance on fossil fuels
C. Reduction in energy consumption
D. Use of only renewable energy

Q7. With reference to drones (UAVs), consider the following statements:

1. They are unmanned aerial vehicles.
2. They can be used for disaster management.
3. They can operate only with human pilots onboard.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Options:

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

Q8. Which of the following is a major advantage of drones in disaster management?

Options:

A. High operational risk
B. Limited reach
C. Real-time surveillance
D. Slow response

Q9. Which of the following best explains “Indo-Pacific strategy”?

Options:

A. Focus only on Indian Ocean
B. Economic isolation policy
C. Strategic cooperation in Indian and Pacific Oceans
D. Trade restriction mechanism

Q10. Which of the following is a key feature of disaster preparedness?

Options:

A. Ignoring early warning systems
B. Planning before disasters occur
C. Responding only after disaster
D. Reducing coordination