APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –08/05/2026
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From The Assam Tribune, 8 May 2026
Q1. With reference to endangered languages in India, consider the following statements:
- Loss of a language can lead to loss of traditional knowledge systems.
- Linguistic diversity is considered part of intangible cultural heritage.
- Urbanisation and cultural assimilation can contribute to language extinction.
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
Explanation:
All statements are correct:
- Languages preserve:
- Oral traditions
- Ecological knowledge
- Cultural identity
- UNESCO treats languages as part of intangible cultural heritage.
- Urbanisation and dominant-language influence accelerate extinction.
Q2. The Khamyang community, recently seen in news, is primarily associated with:
Options:
A. Ladakh
B. Assam
C. Kerala
D. Gujarat
Show answer
Answer: B. Assam
Explanation:
- Khamyang:
- Small Tai-origin community of Assam
- Facing language extinction concerns
Q3. Which of the following are Tai-origin communities found in Assam?
- Tai Ahom
- Tai Phake
- Tai Khamti
- Tai Khamyang
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Answer: D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation:
All are Tai-origin communities of Assam.
Q4. With reference to migration governance, consider the following statements:
- Mobility partnerships aim to regulate legal migration pathways.
- Skilled migration can contribute to remittances and economic growth.
- Migration diplomacy has no role in international relations.
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: Mobility agreements regulate migration.
- Statement 2 – Correct: Skilled migration supports economies.
- Statement 3 – Incorrect: Migration diplomacy is increasingly important globally.
Q5. Which of the following best explains “brain drain”?
Options:
A. Loss of natural resources
B. Migration of skilled human resources to other countries
C. Decline in literacy rate
D. Cyber theft of data
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Answer: B. Migration of skilled human resources to other countries
Explanation:
Brain drain:
- Movement of educated/skilled professionals abroad.
Q6. With reference to counter-terror operations, consider the following statements:
- Surgical strikes involve precision targeting of specific threats.
- Deterrence aims to prevent hostile action through credible response capability.
- Cross-border terrorism involves only domestic actors.
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 – Correct: Precision operations on identified targets.
- Statement 2 – Correct: Deterrence discourages attacks.
- Statement 3 – Incorrect: Cross-border terrorism involves external support or origin.
Q7. Which of the following best explains “credible deterrence”?
Options:
A. Avoidance of military preparedness
B. Ability to prevent aggression through reliable retaliatory capability
C. Use of diplomacy alone
D. Economic sanctions only
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Answer: B. Ability to prevent aggression through reliable retaliatory capability
Explanation:
- Deterrence works when the adversary believes retaliation is certain and effective.
Q8. With reference to cybercrime in India, consider the following statements:
- Phishing attempts are used to steal sensitive information.
- QR-code scams are a form of digital financial fraud.
- CERT-In is India’s national cyber incident response agency.
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Show answer
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
Explanation:
All statements are correct:
- Phishing steals credentials.
- QR scams exploit digital payment systems.
- CERT-In handles cyber incident response.
Q9. Which of the following best explains “cyber resilience”?
Options:
A. Complete elimination of cyber threats
B. Ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from cyber attacks
C. Restriction of internet access
D. Use of offline banking systems only
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Answer: B. Ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from cyber attacks
Explanation:
Cyber resilience includes:
- Prevention
- Response
- Recovery mechanisms
Q10. Deepfake technology poses risks mainly because it can:
Options:
A. Improve weather forecasting
B. Generate realistic fake audio or video content
C. Replace satellite communication
D. Increase internet speed
Show answer
Answer: B. Generate realistic fake audio or video content
Explanation:
Deepfakes:
AI-generated manipulated media
Used in:
Fraud
Misinformation
Identity scams
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