APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 02/12/2024
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 (02-12-2024). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 02/12/2024)
1. North-East Frontier Railway Freight Growth
Question:
Which of the following statements regarding the North-East Frontier Railway (NFR) is/are correct?
- It is headquartered in Maligaon, Guwahati.
- The NFR has recorded significant growth in freight loading operations, including cement and dolomite.
- The NFR primarily caters to regions in western India for freight transportation.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Correct. The headquarters of NFR is located in Maligaon, Guwahati.
- Statement 2: Correct. NFR has recorded significant growth in freight loading operations, with a focus on essential commodities like cement and dolomite.
- Statement 3: Incorrect. NFR primarily caters to the northeastern states, including Assam, Tripura, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, and Mizoram.
2. Development of Floating Solar Plant at Dipor Bil
Question:
Which of the following is/are correct about Dipor Bil in Assam?
- It is a Ramsar site recognized for its ecological importance.
- The site hosts one of the largest traditional coal-based power plants in Northeast India.
- Dipor Bil is now home to Assam’s first floating solar power plant.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Correct. Dipor Bil is a Ramsar site known for its biodiversity and importance as a wetland ecosystem.
- Statement 2: Incorrect. Dipor Bil is not associated with coal-based power plants but is now being utilized for renewable energy projects.
- Statement 3: Correct. Assam’s first floating solar power plant is being developed at Dipor Bil.
3. HIV/AIDS Reduction in India
Question:
Which of the following is NOT true about India’s efforts in reducing HIV/AIDS prevalence?
A. India has achieved a 44% reduction in new HIV infections since 2010.
B. AIDS-related deaths have decreased by 79% since 2010.
C. India relies entirely on foreign manufacturers for antiretroviral therapy (ART) drugs.
D. Vertical transmission remains a significant challenge in reducing HIV infections.
Answer: C
Explanation:
- Option A: Correct. India has successfully reduced new HIV infections by 44% since 2010.
- Option B: Correct. AIDS-related deaths have decreased by 79% during the same period.
- Option C: Incorrect. India is a global leader in ART production, supplying 92% of these drugs worldwide.
- Option D: Correct. Vertical transmission remains a critical challenge in HIV/AIDS prevention.
4. Deployment of Additional Forces in Manipur
Question:
Which of the following statements regarding the ethnic conflict in Manipur is/are correct?
- The primary ethnic groups involved are the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities.
- Arms trafficking across the Myanmar border exacerbates violence in the region.
- The Indian government has suspended all bilateral agreements with Myanmar as a response to the conflict.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
Statement 3: Incorrect. The Indian government has not suspended bilateral agreements with Myanmar; instead, it focuses on intelligence sharing and border security.
Statement 1: Correct. The Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities are the primary ethnic groups involved in the conflict.
Statement 2: Correct. Cross-border arms trafficking from Myanmar worsens the violence.
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