APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 06/01/2025
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 (06-01-2025). 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: 06/01/2025)
1. Assam Police: 2025 Targets and Priorities
Question 1:
Which of the following measures is a priority for the Assam Police in 2025?
- Increasing conviction rates.
- Enhancing cybercrime awareness and enforcement.
- Establishing new insurgent groups.
- Addressing cross-border terrorism threats.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
- (a) 1 and 2 only
- (b) 1, 2, and 4 only
- (c) 2, 3, and 4 only
- (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
The Assam Police’s 2025 priorities include improving conviction rates, tackling cybercrime, and countering cross-border terrorism (like Ansar Bangla Team). Establishing insurgent groups is contradictory to their goal of preventing insurgency.
Question 2:
Ansar Bangla Team (ABT), often in the news, is:
- (a) A group promoting regional development initiatives in Bangladesh.
- (b) A terrorist organization posing a cross-border threat to Assam.
- (c) A UN-recognized peacebuilding NGO.
- (d) An international cybercrime task force.
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Ansar Bangla Team is a terrorist group based in Bangladesh, linked to cross-border security concerns in Assam.
2. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)
Question 3:
Which of the following is NOT a component of PMMSY?
- (a) Organic Fisheries Clusters
- (b) Distribution of Kisan Credit Cards
- (c) Doubling fish production by 2024-25
- (d) Crop insurance for millet farmers
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
PMMSY focuses on fisheries development, including organic aquaculture and credit support for fish farmers. Crop insurance for millet farmers is unrelated to this scheme.
Question 4:
The PMMSY scheme aligns with which of the following objectives?
- Promoting sustainable aquaculture.
- Doubling fish exports.
- Establishing cold chain facilities for fish storage.
- Increasing millet exports from India.
Select the correct answer using the code below:
- (a) 1 and 3 only
- (b) 2, 3, and 4 only
- (c) 1, 2, and 3 only
- (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
PMMSY focuses on fish production, export enhancement, and infrastructure development, such as cold chains. Millet exports are not relevant to this scheme.
3. Rising Air Pollution in Northeast India
Question 5:
What does PM2.5, often cited in air quality reports, refer to?
- (a) Fine particulate matter with a diameter of 2.5 micrometers or less.
- (b) A gaseous pollutant contributing to smog formation.
- (c) Carbon emissions from industrial processes.
- (d) A monitoring standard set by the CPCB.
Answer: (a)
Explanation:
PM2.5 refers to fine particulate matter small enough to penetrate human lungs, posing serious health risks.
Question 6:
Which region in Northeast India was labeled the most polluted area in 2023 due to industrial emissions?
- (a) Guwahati
- (b) Shillong
- (c) Byrnihat
- (d) Tezpur
Answer: (c)
Explanation:
Byrnihat, known for its ferroalloy and cement industries, recorded severe pollution levels in 2023 due to unchecked emissions.
4. Advantage Assam 2.0
Question 7:
What is the primary objective of the Advantage Assam 2.0 initiative?
- (a) Promote Assamese culture globally.
- (b) Attract investments and boost industrial growth.
- (c) Develop new public transportation networks.
- (d) Establish special economic zones in Southeast Asia.
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
Advantage Assam 2.0 is an investment-centric initiative designed to drive industrial growth and position Assam as a business hub.
Question 8:
Which of the following sectors is NOT a target for investment under Advantage Assam 2.0?
- (a) Defence manufacturing
- (b) Renewable energy
- (c) Pharmaceuticals
- (d) Fisheries
Answer: (d)
Explanation:
While Advantage Assam 2.0 focuses on sectors like defence, renewable energy, and pharmaceuticals, fisheries development is addressed under PMMSY.
Question 9:
The Act East Policy significantly supports Assam’s development under Advantage Assam 2.0. This policy aims to:
- (a) Promote Assam’s cultural exports to Europe.
- (b) Strengthen India’s economic and strategic ties with Southeast Asia.
- (c) Facilitate Assam’s trade with Western India.
- (d) Establish renewable energy hubs in the Northeast.
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
The Act East Policy enhances India’s connectivity with Southeast Asia, benefiting Assam’s trade and strategic interests.
5. Women-Led Startups in India
Question 10:
Which initiative specifically supports women entrepreneurs in India?
- (a) Atal Innovation Mission
- (b) Stand-Up India Scheme
- (c) Kisan Credit Card Scheme
- (d) Skill India Initiative
Answer: (b)
Explanation:
The Stand-Up India Scheme provides financial aid to women and SC/ST entrepreneurs to foster inclusivity in business.
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