APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 05/02/2025
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 (05-02-2025). 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: 05/02/2025)
1. Asam Sahitya Sabha’s Role in Cultural Preservation
Question 1
Which of the following statements about Asam Sahitya Sabha is/are correct?
- It was founded in 1917 in Sibsagar, Assam.
- The Sabha played a key role in ensuring Assamese became the sole official language of Assam in 1960.
- It primarily focuses on literature and does not engage in cultural preservation.
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(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:
- Statement 1 is correct – Asam Sahitya Sabha was founded in 1917 in Sibsagar to promote Assamese literature.
- Statement 2 is correct – It influenced the Assam Official Language Act, 1960, which made Assamese the official language.
- Statement 3 is incorrect – The Sabha also preserves culture, folklore, and tribal dialects.
2. Supreme Court Slams Assam Govt Over Deportation of Foreigners
Question 2
Which of the following is true regarding the Foreigners Tribunals in Assam?
- They were established under the Foreigners Act, 1946.
- These tribunals determine the citizenship status of individuals suspected to be illegal immigrants.
- Their decisions can be challenged in the Supreme Court of India.
Select the correct answer using the codes 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:
- Statement 1 is correct – Foreigners Tribunals were established under the Foreigners Act, 1946 to determine the status of suspected illegal immigrants.
- Statement 2 is correct – These tribunals decide whether an individual is an Indian citizen or an illegal migrant.
- Statement 3 is correct – Their decisions can be appealed in the Supreme Court if constitutional rights are violated.
3. National Games: Lovlina and Abhinav Confirm Medals
Question 3
Which of the following statements about the National Games 2025 is/are correct?
- Assam is hosting the National Games for the first time.
- Lovlina Borgohain is competing in the boxing category.
- The National Games are conducted by the Indian Olympic Association (IOA).
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
✅ Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only
🔎 Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect – Assam has previously hosted Khelo India Games, but this is not its first time hosting a major sporting event.
- Statement 2 is correct – Lovlina Borgohain is competing in the boxing 75kg category.
- Statement 3 is correct – The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) organizes the National Games.
Question 4
Which of the following sports development schemes is aimed at promoting grassroots talent in India?
(a) Khelo India Scheme
(b) TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme)
(c) Fit India Movement
(d) All of the above
✅ Answer: (d) All of the above
🔎 Explanation:
- Khelo India focuses on youth sports development.
- TOPS (Target Olympic Podium Scheme) supports elite athletes preparing for Olympics.
- Fit India Movement promotes fitness awareness.
4. India’s Contribution to the UN Budget
Question 5
Consider the following statements regarding India’s financial contributions to the UN:
- India contributes more than 5% of the total UN budget.
- The United States is the largest contributor to the UN budget.
- India’s financial contributions to the UN include regular budget payments, peacekeeping funds, and voluntary contributions.
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
✅ Answer: (b) 2 and 3 only
🔎 Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect – India contributes less than 1% of the total UN budget.
- Statement 2 is correct – The USA is the largest contributor to the UN budget (22%).
- Statement 3 is correct – India contributes through Regular Budget, UN Peacekeeping, and Voluntary Contributions.
Question 6
Which of the following UN peacekeeping missions has seen a significant contribution of Indian troops?
(a) UNIFIL (Lebanon)
(b) MONUSCO (Democratic Republic of Congo)
(c) UNMISS (South Sudan)
(d) All of the above
✅ Answer: (d) All of the above
🔎 Explanation:
- India has provided troops for various UN peacekeeping missions, including Lebanon (UNIFIL), Congo (MONUSCO), and South Sudan (UNMISS).
- India is among the top troop-contributing nations to UN peacekeeping operations.
Question 7
Which grouping does India belong to that advocates UN Security Council (UNSC) reforms and permanent membership?
(a) G7
(b) G4
(c) QUAD
(d) ASEAN
✅ Answer: (b) G4
🔎 Explanation:
ASEAN is a regional bloc of Southeast Asian nations.
G4 (India, Germany, Japan, Brazil) advocates for permanent membership in the UNSC.
G7 is a grouping of advanced economies.
QUAD focuses on Indo-Pacific security.
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