APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –25/07/2026

Q1. With reference to the Assam Accord (1985), consider the following statements:

1. It fixed 25 March 1971 as the cut-off date for detection of illegal migrants in Assam.
2. Persons who entered Assam before 1 January 1966 were to be treated as Indian citizens.
3. The provisions of the Accord relating to citizenship were incorporated through Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955.

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

Q2. Consider the following pairs:

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None

Q3. Which of the following best explains why the Brahmaputra frequently causes floods in Assam?

1. High sediment load.
2. Braided river channel.
3. Gentle gradient in the Assam valley.
4. Intense monsoon rainfall over the basin.

Select the correct answer using the code below.

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 3 and 4 only
C. 1, 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Q4. With reference to the BHAVYA–Rasayan Scheme, consider the following statements:

1. It aims to establish dedicated Chemical Parks.
2. It provides plug-and-play infrastructure.
3. It promotes centralized environmental management facilities.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

Q5. Which one of the following is NOT a non-structural flood management measure?

A. Floodplain zoning
B. Early warning system
C. Community awareness programmes
D. Construction of embankments

Q6. Consider the following statements regarding the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA):

1. It was established under the Disaster Management Act, 2005.
2. The Prime Minister is its Chairperson.
3. It is responsible for issuing national disaster management guidelines.

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

Q7. Which of the following characteristics is/are associated with a braided river?

1. Multiple interwoven channels.
2. High sediment deposition.
3. Frequent shifting of river course.

Select the correct answer using the code below.

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

Q8. With reference to India’s tea sector, consider the following statements:

1. Assam is the largest tea-producing state in India.
2. Tea Board of India was established under the Tea Act, 1953.
3. Tea Board functions under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare.

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

Q9. Which one of the following is the most appropriate objective of importing tea into India?

A. To replace domestic tea production
B. To reduce tea cultivation area
C. Primarily for blending and re-export
D. To discourage domestic tea exports

Q10. Consider the following:

1. Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs)
2. Hazardous Waste Treatment Facilities
3. Plug-and-play industrial infrastructure

The above are most likely associated with which one of the following?

A. PM Gati Shakti
B. National Logistics Policy
C. BHAVYA–Rasayan Scheme
D. Smart Cities Mission

Q11. Which of the following rivers is NOT a major tributary of the Brahmaputra in Assam?

A. Subansiri
B. Manas
C. Lohit
D. Betwa

Q12. Consider the following statements:

1. Floodplain zoning reduces disaster risk by regulating land use.
2. Wetlands help moderate floods by storing excess water.
3. Riverbank erosion is a major environmental issue in Assam.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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

Q13. With reference to the Citizenship Act, 1955, consider the following statements:

1. Section 6A contains special provisions relating to Assam.
2. Section 6A was inserted following the Assam Accord.
3. Section 6A applies uniformly across all States of India.

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

Q14. Which of the following are expected outcomes of the BHAVYA–Rasayan Scheme?

1. Lower logistics costs.
2. Better integration with global value chains.
3. Improved environmental compliance.

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

Q15. Which one of the following statements best reflects the NDMA’s approach to flood management in Assam?

A. Floods can be completely eliminated through embankments alone.
B. Flood control should rely exclusively on large dams.
C. Flood risk should be minimized through scientific planning, technology and preparedness.
D. Flood management should focus only on post-disaster relief.