APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –13/06/2026

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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 13/06/2026)

Q1. With reference to wetlands, consider the following statements:

Wetlands help in groundwater recharge.
Wetlands act as natural flood buffers.
Wetlands are exclusively freshwater ecosystems.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(a) 1 and 2 only

Explanation:

Wetlands store excess water, mitigate floods and recharge groundwater. They may be freshwater, brackish or marine ecosystems; therefore Statement 3 is incorrect.

Q2. Consider the following:

Reclamation of wetlands
Permanent construction within notified wetlands
Dumping of solid waste in wetlands

Which of the above activities are generally restricted under the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

The Rules restrict reclamation, dumping of waste and permanent constructions that adversely affect wetland ecology.

Q3. With reference to Deepor Beel, consider the following statements:

It is a Ramsar Site.
It is located near Guwahati.
It is an important elephant movement corridor.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 1 and 2 only
(c) 2 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

Deepor Beel is Assam’s first Ramsar Site and an important wetland-cum-elephant corridor near Guwahati.

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding elephant corridors:

They facilitate movement between fragmented habitats.
They promote genetic exchange among elephant populations.
They are notified under the Ramsar Convention.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(a) 1 and 2 only

Explanation:

Elephant corridors maintain habitat connectivity and genetic diversity. They are not notified under the Ramsar Convention.

Q5. Which one of the following is the most suitable ecological rationale behind constructing elevated railway viaducts in wildlife corridors?

(a) Increasing train speed only
(b) Reducing railway construction costs
(c) Facilitating uninterrupted wildlife movement beneath infrastructure
(d) Preventing soil erosion

Answer:

(c) Facilitating uninterrupted wildlife movement beneath infrastructure

Explanation:

Elevated viaducts separate wildlife movement from transport infrastructure, reducing animal mortality.

Q6. With reference to the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), consider the following statements:

It is implemented by the Ministry of Power.
It aims to improve operational efficiency of DISCOMs.
It promotes smart metering and distribution infrastructure modernization.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

RDSS is a reforms-based power sector scheme aimed at reducing losses and modernizing power distribution.

Q7. Consider the following:

Ring Main Unit (RMU)
Smart Meter
Feeder Pillar

Which of the above are commonly associated with modern underground power distribution systems?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

All are integral components of modern distribution networks.

Q8. The term “AT&C Losses”, often seen in the power sector, includes:

Technical transmission losses
Electricity theft
Billing and collection inefficiencies

Select the correct answer using the code below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

AT&C Losses refer to Aggregate Technical and Commercial losses.

Q9. Consider the following statements regarding the Ramsar Convention:

It is an international treaty for wetland conservation.
It was adopted in Ramsar, Iran.
India became a party to the Convention in 1982.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

All three statements are correct.

Q10. Which one of the following best describes “multilateralism”?

(a) Bilateral cooperation between two countries
(b) Cooperation among multiple states through agreed rules and institutions
(c) Military alliance led by major powers
(d) Economic integration within a region only

Answer:

(b) Cooperation among multiple states through agreed rules and institutions

Explanation:

Multilateralism is rule-based cooperation among several nations.

Q11. With reference to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), consider the following statements:

It consists of 15 members.
All members possess veto power.
Non-permanent members are elected for a two-year term.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(a) 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

Only the five permanent members possess veto power.

Q12. Consider the following countries:

India
Germany
Japan
Brazil

These countries together constitute:

(a) QUAD
(b) G20 Troika
(c) G4 Group
(d) BRICS+

Answer:

(c) G4 Group

Explanation:

The G4 countries support each other’s candidature for permanent membership of the UNSC.

Q13. Which of the following are among the principal organs of the United Nations?

General Assembly
International Court of Justice
Security Council
Economic and Social Council

Select the correct answer using the code below:

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 3 and 4 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer:

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation:

All are principal organs of the United Nations.

Q14. Consider the following statements:

Wetland restoration is an example of Ecosystem-based Disaster Risk Reduction (Eco-DRR).
Eco-DRR integrates ecosystem conservation with disaster management.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Answer:

(c) Both 1 and 2

Explanation:

Eco-DRR uses ecosystem conservation and restoration to reduce disaster risks.

Q15. With reference to the Asian Elephant, consider the following statements:

It is listed as Endangered in the IUCN Red List.
It is included in Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
It is listed in Appendix I of CITES.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer:

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Explanation:

The Asian Elephant enjoys the highest level of legal protection in India and is classified as Endangered by IUCN and listed in Appendix I of CITES.

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