APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 05/03/2025

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 (05-03-2025). 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: 05/03/2025)

Topic 1: Search Operations Ongoing for Missing Fighter Jet

Question 1

Which of the following statements regarding the Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighter jet is/are correct?

1. It is jointly developed by Russia’s Sukhoi and India’s HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd.).
2. It is primarily used for air-to-ground attack missions rather than air superiority roles.
3. It is equipped with supermaneuverability features and can perform advanced combat maneuvers.

Select the correct answer using the code below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3

✅ Answer: b) 1 and 3 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct: The Sukhoi Su-30 MKI is developed by Russia’s Sukhoi Design Bureau and produced under license by HAL in India.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: The Su-30 MKI is a multi-role fighter, but it is primarily designed for air superiority and aerial combat, not just air-to-ground missions.
• Statement 3 is correct: It features “supermaneuverability” capabilities, allowing advanced aerial combat maneuvers such as the Pugachev’s Cobra.

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Question 2

The Black Box (Flight Data Recorder), often mentioned in aircraft crash investigations, primarily records:

a) Real-time video footage of the cockpit
b) Weather conditions outside the aircraft
c) Flight parameters like altitude, speed, and pilot communications
d) GPS location tracking throughout the flight

✅ Answer: c) Flight parameters like altitude, speed, and pilot communications

Explanation:

• The Black Box (Flight Data Recorder and Cockpit Voice Recorder) stores critical flight data, including:
  • Altitude, speed, and direction
  • Engine performance and system functions
  • Cockpit conversations and pilot communications
• It does not record video footage or GPS tracking but provides essential information for crash investigations.

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Topic 2: Granting ST Status to Six Communities – Government Panel Submits Report

Question 3

Which of the following communities in Assam were recommended for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribes (ST) category?

1. Koch-Rajbongshi
2. Tai Ahom
3. Chutia
4. Matak
5. Moran
6. Tea Tribes

Select the correct answer using the code below:
a) 1, 2, 3, and 4 only
b) 2, 3, 5, and 6 only
c) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6
d) 1, 3, and 6 only

✅ Answer: c) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6

Explanation:

• The Government Panel recommended ST status for all six communities: Koch-Rajbongshi, Tai Ahom, Chutia, Matak, Moran, and Tea Tribes.
• This move aims to provide constitutional safeguards and socio-economic benefits to these communities.

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Question 4

Under which article of the Indian Constitution can the President notify a Scheduled Tribe (ST) list for a state?

a) Article 244
b) Article 342
c) Article 330
d) Article 16(4)

✅ Answer: b) Article 342

Explanation:

• Article 342 empowers the President of India to notify a list of Scheduled Tribes in a state or union territory.
• The Parliament must approve any modifications to the ST list.
• Other articles mentioned:
  • Article 244 → Provisions for Fifth & Sixth Schedule areas (Tribal Administration).
  • Article 330 → Reservation of seats for SCs & STs in Parliament.
  • Article 16(4) → Provides for reservation in public employment for SCs, STs, and OBCs.

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Topic 3: Manipur Situation Post-President’s Rule – Security & Reconciliation Efforts

Question 5

Which of the following laws allows the imposition of President’s Rule in a state?

a) Article 352
b) Article 356
c) Article 360
d) Article 370

✅ Answer: b) Article 356

Explanation:

• Article 356 allows the President of India to impose President’s Rule in a state when:
  • The state government fails to function as per the Constitution.
  • There is a breakdown of law and order.
• Other articles:
  • Article 352 → National Emergency
  • Article 360 → Financial Emergency
  • Article 370 → Special status of Jammu & Kashmir (abrogated in 2019).

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Question 6

The Suspension of Operations (SoO) Agreement, often seen in news regarding Manipur, refers to:

a) A temporary truce between the Indian government and insurgent groups
b) A UN peacekeeping operation in conflict zones
c) A security doctrine for counter-insurgency in Northeast India
d) A ceasefire agreement between India and Myanmar

✅ Answer: a) A temporary truce between the Indian government and insurgent groups

Explanation:

• The SoO agreement is a temporary ceasefire deal between the Indian government and Kuki insurgent groups in Manipur.
• It allows insurgents to suspend violent activities while negotiations take place.

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Topic 4: Climate Change and Rising Risk of Urban Fires – A Global Study

Question 7

Which of the following factors contribute to the rising risk of urban fires due to climate change?

1. Increasing heatwaves and dry weather
2. Poor urban planning and overcrowding
3. High energy consumption leading to electrical overload
4. Lack of fire-resistant building materials

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

✅ Answer: d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

Explanation:

• All four factors contribute to increasing urban fire risks:
  • Heatwaves & dry conditions → Increase fire incidents.
  • Poor urban planning → Leads to slums, illegal electrical connections, and lack of fire exits.
  • Energy overload → Causes electrical short circuits, a major cause of fires.
  • Lack of fire-resistant materials → Buildings catch fire more easily.

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Question 8

Which of the following initiatives aim to improve fire safety in Indian cities?

1. National Building Code (NBC)
2. Smart Cities Mission
3. Red Flag Days warning system
4. Forest Fire Susceptibility Index (FFSI)

Select the correct answer using the code below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 3 and 4 only
c) 1, 2, and 3 only
d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

✅ Answer: d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

Explanation:

FFSI (Forest Fire Susceptibility Index) → Predicts wildfire risks in urban-adjacent forest zones.

NBC (National Building Code) → Sets fire safety norms for urban planning.

Smart Cities Mission → Includes GIS-based fire risk mapping.

Red Flag Days → Issued by meteorological agencies to warn of high fire-risk weather conditions.

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