APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Questions (04/05/2026)

APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –04/05/2026

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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 04/05/2026)


Q1. With reference to Child Care Institutions (CCIs), consider the following statements:

  1. They are governed under the Juvenile Justice Act.
  2. They cater only to orphaned children.
  3. Social audits can be used to assess their functioning.

Options:

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


Answer: A. 1 and 3 only

📝 Explanation:

  • Statement 1 – Correct: CCIs fall under Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act
  • Statement 2 – Incorrect: They also serve:
    • Abandoned
    • Vulnerable children
  • Statement 3 – Correct:
    Social audits assess:
    • Functioning
    • Accountability

Q2. Which of the following best explains “social audit”?

Options:

A. Financial audit by CAG
B. Evaluation of social sector schemes by stakeholders
C. Judicial review of policies
D. Internal government audit


Answer: B. Evaluation of social sector schemes by stakeholders

📝 Explanation:

  • Social audit:
    • Focus on transparency & accountability
    • Involves:
      • Community
      • Civil society

Q3. With reference to embankments (dykes), consider the following statements:

  1. They are structural measures to control floods.
  2. Poor maintenance can increase flood risk.
  3. They eliminate floods completely.

Options:

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


Answer: A. 1 and 2 only

📝 Explanation:

  • Statement 1 – Correct: Structural flood control measure
  • Statement 2 – Correct: Weak dykes → breach risk
  • Statement 3 – Incorrect: Cannot eliminate floods fully

Q4. Which of the following best explains a “strategic chokepoint”?

Options:

A. A military base
B. A narrow route critical for global trade
C. A border checkpoint
D. A port facility


Answer: B. A narrow route critical for global trade

📝 Explanation:

  • Example:
    • Strait of Hormuz
  • Important for:
    • Oil transport
    • Trade flows

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

  1. It connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.
  2. It handles a significant share of global oil trade.
  3. It lies between India and Sri Lanka.

Options:

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


Answer: A. 1 and 2 only

📝 Explanation:

  • Statement 1 – Correct: Connects Persian Gulf → Arabian Sea
  • Statement 2 – Correct: ~20% global oil passes
  • Statement 3 – Incorrect: Located in West Asia

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

Options:

A. Availability of renewable energy only
B. Continuous access to affordable and reliable energy
C. Reduction of energy consumption
D. Domestic oil production only


Answer: B. Continuous access to affordable and reliable energy

📝 Explanation:

  • Includes:
    • Availability
    • Affordability
    • Reliability

Q7. With reference to primary healthcare in India, consider the following statements:

  1. Primary Health Centres (PHCs) are the first point of contact.
  2. Primary healthcare reduces burden on tertiary hospitals.
  3. Rural areas have better healthcare access than urban areas.

Options:

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


Answer: A. 1 and 2 only

📝 Explanation:

  • Statement 1 – Correct: PHCs = first contact
  • Statement 2 – Correct: Reduces hospital burden
  • Statement 3 – Incorrect: Rural areas face access gaps

Q8. Which of the following is a major issue in Assam’s public health system?

Options:

A. Excess doctors
B. High infrastructure availability
C. Shortage of medical personnel
D. Over-regulation


Answer: C. Shortage of medical personnel

📝 Explanation:

  • Key issue:
    • Doctor shortage
    • Staff deficit

Q9. Which of the following best explains “universal health coverage (UHC)”?

Options:

A. Free healthcare for all
B. Access to essential health services without financial hardship
C. Only government hospitals
D. Private insurance system


Answer: B. Access to essential health services without financial hardship

📝 Explanation:

  • UHC ensures:
    • Accessibility
    • Affordability
    • Quality care

Q10. Which of the following best explains “disaster preparedness”?

Options:

A. Post-disaster rehabilitation
B. Measures taken before disaster to reduce impact
C. Insurance schemes
D. Relief distribution


Answer: B. Measures taken before disaster to reduce impact

📝 Explanation:

Includes:

Early warning

Infrastructure readiness

Planning

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