APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 06/11/2024
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From The Assam Tribune, 6 November 2024
Topic 1: Inspection Drive on Jal Jeevan Mission Projects in Assam
Question 1: With reference to the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), consider the following statements:
- Jal Jeevan Mission aims to provide piped water supply to every rural household by 2024.
- The mission involves community participation through the establishment of Water User Committees (WUCs).
- The implementation and monitoring of JJM are solely managed by state governments without any central assistance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
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Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct. Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) was launched with the goal of providing functional tap water connections to every rural household by 2024.
- Statement 2 is correct. JJM promotes community participation through Water User Committees (WUCs) that manage and maintain water supply systems at the local level.
- Statement 3 is incorrect. JJM is a centrally sponsored scheme, with financial assistance and guidelines provided by the central government while states handle implementation.
Thus, the correct answer is A.
Topic 2: High Court Notice to Assam Government on Dighalipukhuri Tree Felling
Question 2: Consider the following terms:
- Heritage Trees
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Which of the above are directly related to environmental conservation and sustainable urban planning?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
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Answer: D. 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
- Heritage Trees: Trees recognized for their age, ecological value, and cultural significance, contributing to environmental conservation.
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): A process to evaluate the potential environmental effects of proposed projects, essential for sustainable urban planning.
- Public Interest Litigation (PIL): A legal process allowing the public to seek judicial intervention in environmental conservation matters, such as protecting heritage trees.
Thus, the correct answer is D.
Topic 3: Commemoration of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika’s Death Anniversary
Question 3: Which of the following statements about Dr. Bhupen Hazarika is/are correct?
- He was known as the “Sudhakantha” or “The Nightingale of Assam.”
- Hazarika’s songs often focused on themes of human compassion and unity.
- He served as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
Show answer
Answer: C. 2 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect. Dr. Bhupen Hazarika was known as the “Sudhakantha,” or “The Bard of Brahmaputra,” not “The Nightingale of Assam.”
- Statement 2 is correct. Hazarika’s songs often focused on themes of human compassion, unity, and social justice.
- Statement 3 is correct. Dr. Bhupen Hazarika served as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, representing Assam.
Thus, the correct answer is C.
Topic 4: ASTEC and AEDA’s Observance of ‘Bhasha Gaurav Saptah’
Question 4: Which of the following statements regarding ‘Bhasha Gaurav Saptah’ observed in Assam is/are correct?
- It is an initiative to promote the Assamese language and emphasize its cultural importance.
- ASTEC and AEDA, two key state agencies, organized events to promote environmental conservation through linguistic heritage.
- ‘Bhasha Gaurav Saptah’ included programs that aimed to support Assamese language as a candidate for classical language status in India.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3
Show answer
Answer: D. 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct. ‘Bhasha Gaurav Saptah’ was observed to promote the Assamese language, highlighting its cultural importance.
- Statement 2 is correct. ASTEC (Assam Science Technology and Environment Council) and AEDA (Assam Energy Development Agency) organized various programs, linking environmental themes with linguistic heritage.
Statement 3 is correct. Programs during ‘Bhasha Gaurav Saptah’ included discussions supporting the Assamese language as a candidate for classical language recognition.
Thus, the correct answer is D.
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