APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –08/09/2025
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 (08-09-2025). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 08/09/2025)
🧩 Topic 1: Bhupen Hazarika Centenary
Q1. (UPSC 2020-style factual)
Consider the following with respect to Bhupen Hazarika:
- He studied at Columbia University and was associated with the American civil rights activist Paul Robeson.
- He was awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously.
- He served as the Chairman of Sangeet Natak Akademi.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
✅ Answer: (d)
Explanation:
- Hazarika studied at Columbia in the 1940s–50s and was influenced by Paul Robeson.
- Awarded Bharat Ratna in 2019 (posthumously).
- Served as Chairman, Sangeet Natak Akademi (1999–2004).
Q2. (Art & Culture MCQ)
Which of the following songs of Bhupen Hazarika was inspired by Paul Robeson’s Ol’ Man River?
(a) Dil Hoom Hoom Kare
(b) Bistirno Parore
(c) Manuhe Manuhor Babe
(d) Moi Eti Jajabor
✅ Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Bistirno Parore is based on the tune of Ol’ Man River but contextualised for the Brahmaputra, highlighting social struggles.
🧩 Topic 2: CAG on Mizoram PWD Irregularities
Q3. (UPSC 2016-style statement type)
Consider the following statements about the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG):
- CAG is appointed by the President of India under Article 148 of the Constitution.
- CAG’s reports are submitted to the Parliament/State Legislatures and examined by the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).
- The CAG can audit private companies if they receive government grants or equity participation.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
✅ Answer: (d)
Explanation:
- (1) ✔ Article 148 appointment.
- (2) ✔ Reports go to legislatures → examined by PAC.
- (3) ✔ CAG can audit private firms receiving govt equity or significant grants.
Q4. (Assertion–Reason type)
Assertion (A): Road projects in Mizoram face frequent delays and irregularities.
Reason (R): Hilly terrain and heavy monsoon make quality monitoring extremely difficult.
(a) A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation.
(b) A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation.
(c) A is true, but R is false.
(d) A is false, but R is true.
✅ Answer: (b)
Explanation:
While terrain and monsoon are challenges, CAG flagged fund diversion and weak monitoring as the primary causes, not just natural constraints.
🧩 Topic 3: BTC Elections 2025
Q5. (Polity – Sixth Schedule)
Which of the following provisions are correct about the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC)?
- It was formed under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.
- The Council consists of 46 members, of which 40 are elected and 6 are nominated.
- BTC has powers over education, health, agriculture, and land.
Select the correct answer:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
✅ Answer: (d)
Explanation:
All statements are correct. BTC is a Sixth Schedule body, composition = 40 elected + 6 nominated, and it enjoys legislative, administrative, and financial powers over multiple subjects.
Q6. (Election process MCQ)
In the conduct of BTC elections, which authority is responsible for free and fair polls?
(a) Election Commission of India
(b) Assam State Election Commission
(c) Ministry of Home Affairs
(d) Governor of Assam
✅ Answer: (b)
Explanation:
- Under Article 243K, State Election Commissions (SEC) conduct local body and ADC elections, not ECI.
🧩 Topic 4: HEW Outreach in Cachar
Q7. (Scheme-based)
The Hub for Empowerment of Women (HEW) in Assam is primarily aimed at:
(a) Providing housing support for rural women
(b) Offering integrated services like health, legal aid, livelihood, and safety to women
(c) Distributing direct income support to women-headed households
(d) Creating women-only cooperative banks in rural Assam
✅ Answer: (b)
Explanation:
HEW is a convergence platform for multi-dimensional empowerment of women – health, livelihood, legal aid, skill training, and protection against violence.
Q8. (Analytical MCQ)
Which of the following national programmes converge with Assam’s HEW initiative?
- One Stop Centre (OSC) Scheme
- POSHAN Abhiyaan
- DAY-NRLM (Self Help Group promotion)
- Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2 and 3 only
(c) 2, 3 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
✅ Answer: (d)
Explanation:
HEW integrates multiple women-centric schemes: OSC for violence victims, POSHAN for health, NRLM for SHG support, and BBBP for gender awareness.
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