APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –03/08/2026
For APSC CCE and other Assam Competitive examinations aspirants, practicing Daily MCQs is vital. This blog covers most important Prelims questions from the Assam Tribune today (03-08-2026). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 03/08/2026)
Topic 1: Brahmaputra River Erosion Mitigation through IIT Guwahati Expertise
Q1. With reference to the Brahmaputra River, consider the following statements:
- It is one of the world’s largest braided rivers.
- It carries one of the highest sediment loads among the world’s rivers.
- It originates from the Siachen Glacier.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Brahmaputra is a braided river with one of the world’s highest sediment loads. It originates in Tibet as the Yarlung Tsangpo, not from the Siachen Glacier.
Q2. Which one of the following factors is the most significant contributor to severe riverbank erosion along the Brahmaputra in Assam?
A. High sediment load and shifting braided channels
B. Coral reef destruction
C. Tidal erosion from the Bay of Bengal
D. Volcanic activity
Answer: A
Explanation: Heavy sediment load, braided channels, loose alluvial soil and monsoon discharge make the Brahmaputra highly erosion-prone.
Q3. With reference to geo-bags and geo-tubes, frequently used in river management, consider the following statements:
- They are geotextile structures used for riverbank stabilization.
- They help reduce the velocity of flowing water near riverbanks.
- They are mainly used for groundwater recharge.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation: Geo-bags and geo-tubes are erosion-control structures. They are not meant for groundwater recharge.
Q4. Which one of the following organisations was established specifically for integrated planning and implementation of flood management measures in the Brahmaputra and Barak river basins?
A. Brahmaputra Board
B. National River Conservation Directorate
C. Inland Waterways Authority of India
D. National Biodiversity Authority
Answer: A
Explanation: The Brahmaputra Board was established under the Brahmaputra Board Act, 1980 for flood control and basin planning.
Topic 2: Rising Minor Suicides & Mental Health Crisis in Assam
Q5. With reference to the Mental Healthcare Act, 2017, consider the following statements:
- It recognises access to mental healthcare as a legal right.
- It presumes that a person attempting suicide is under severe stress.
- It makes attempted suicide punishable with imprisonment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation: The Act recognises access to mental healthcare as a right and presumes severe stress in suicide attempts. It does not criminalise attempted suicide.
Q6. The District Mental Health Programme (DMHP) is implemented under which one of the following programmes?
A. National Mental Health Programme
B. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
C. National Health Mission
D. National Programme for Health Care of the Elderly
Answer: A
Explanation: DMHP is the district-level implementation programme under the National Mental Health Programme.
Q7. The KIRAN Helpline, often seen in the news, provides
A. Financial assistance to students
B. Mental health counselling and psychological support
C. Emergency disaster relief
D. Cybercrime reporting services
Answer: B
Explanation: KIRAN is the national mental health helpline that offers psychological counselling and support.
Q8. Which one of the following institutions is a premier mental healthcare institute located in Assam?
A. Lokopriya Gopinath Bordoloi Regional Institute of Mental Health (LGBRIMH)
B. National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS)
C. Regional Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS)
D. AIIMS Guwahati
Answer: A
Explanation: LGBRIMH, located at Tezpur, is a premier mental healthcare institute serving Northeast India.
Topic 3: Artificial Intelligence & India’s AI Race
Q9. With reference to Artificial Intelligence (AI), consider the following statements:
- Machine Learning is a subset of Artificial Intelligence.
- Deep Learning is a subset of Machine Learning.
- Natural Language Processing enables computers to understand and generate human language.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D
Explanation: Machine Learning is a branch of AI, Deep Learning is a subset of Machine Learning, and NLP enables machines to process human language.
Q10. The IndiaAI Mission primarily aims to
A. Promote cryptocurrency adoption
B. Build a comprehensive Artificial Intelligence ecosystem in India
C. Establish a national cyber command
D. Replace all government services with AI
Answer: B
Explanation: IndiaAI Mission focuses on AI infrastructure, datasets, startups, skilling, research and responsible AI.
Q11. Which of the following occupations are expected to witness increasing demand due to the growth of Artificial Intelligence?
- AI Ethics Specialists
- Machine Learning Engineers
- Routine Data Entry Operators
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
Answer: B
Explanation: AI is expected to increase demand for skilled professionals while reducing routine data-entry jobs.
Q12. FutureSkills PRIME, frequently mentioned in the context of emerging technologies, is primarily associated with
A. Skill development in Artificial Intelligence and digital technologies
B. Space technology research
C. Defence manufacturing
D. Biotechnology research
Answer: A
Explanation: FutureSkills PRIME is a national upskilling programme in AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing and related technologies.
Topic 4: West Asia Conflict, Strait of Hormuz & India’s Energy Security
Q13. The Strait of Hormuz connects which one of the following water bodies?
A. Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
B. Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
C. Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
D. Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal
Answer: A
Explanation: The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and opens into the Arabian Sea.
Q14. Which one of the following best describes the strategic importance of Chabahar Port for India?
A. It enables India to access Afghanistan and Central Asia without passing through Pakistan.
B. It serves as India’s first overseas naval base.
C. It connects India directly with Europe through the Mediterranean Sea.
D. It is jointly administered by India and Bangladesh.
Answer: A
Explanation: Chabahar Port provides India strategic access to Afghanistan and Central Asia while bypassing Pakistan.
Q15. With reference to the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), consider the following statements:
- It is a multimodal transport corridor.
- It aims to improve connectivity between India and Eurasia.
- It consists exclusively of maritime routes.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation: INSTC is a multimodal corridor involving sea, rail and road transport. It is not exclusively maritime.
Q16. Consider the following pairs:
| Waterway | Connects |
| 1. Strait of Hormuz | Persian Gulf – Gulf of Oman |
| 2. Bab-el-Mandeb | Red Sea – Gulf of Aden |
| 3. Suez Canal | Mediterranean Sea – Red Sea |
| 4. Strait of Malacca | Arabian Sea – Bay of Bengal |
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. Only three
D. All four
Answer: C
Explanation: Pairs 1, 2 and 3 are correct. The Strait of Malacca connects the Andaman Sea (Indian Ocean) and the South China Sea (Pacific Ocean), not the Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal.
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