APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 10/12/2024
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 (10-12-2024). 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: 10/12/2024)
Topic 1: Presence of Arsenic in Assam’s Groundwater
Q1. What is the permissible limit of arsenic in drinking water as per WHO and BIS standards?
a) 50 µg/L
b) 20 µg/L
c) 10 µg/L
d) 5 µg/L
Answer: c) 10 µg/L
Explanation:
- The permissible limit for arsenic in drinking water is 10 µg/L, as per the World Health Organization (WHO) and Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Q2. Which of the following factors contribute to arsenic contamination in groundwater?
- Naturally occurring geological formations.
- Excessive use of fertilizers in agriculture.
- Industrial waste disposal.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 1, 2, and 3
d) 2 and 3 only
Answer: c) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
- Arsenic contamination is caused by natural geological formations and exacerbated by anthropogenic factors like fertilizer usage and industrial waste.
Topic 2: Assam’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy Update
Q1. What is the target for EV penetration in Assam under the updated EV policy by 2030?
a) 15%
b) 20%
c) 25%
d) 30%
Answer: c) 25%
Explanation:
- Assam’s EV policy targets 25% EV penetration in vehicle registrations by 2030.
Q2. Which of the following are included in Assam’s EV policy incentives?
- Waiver of road tax for EVs.
- Subsidies for setting up EV assembly plants.
- Battery-swapping facilities.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
- Assam’s EV policy includes waivers, subsidies, and provisions for battery-swapping facilities to promote EV adoption.
Topic 3: Kaziranga National Park’s Drone Surveillance Initiative
Q1. Which technology is being used in Kaziranga National Park for surveillance and conservation?
a) Satellite imaging
b) Drone surveillance with thermal imaging
c) Artificial Intelligence
d) Radar-based wildlife monitoring
Answer: b) Drone surveillance with thermal imaging
Explanation:
- Kaziranga has introduced drones equipped with thermal imaging for 24/7 surveillance and habitat monitoring.
Q2. Kaziranga National Park is located on which river’s floodplain?
a) Barak River
b) Lohit River
c) Brahmaputra River
d) Subansiri River
Answer: c) Brahmaputra River
Explanation:
- Kaziranga National Park is situated on the Brahmaputra River’s floodplain, making it vulnerable to annual floods.
Topic 4: Assam’s New Renewable Energy Policy
Q1. Assam’s Renewable Energy Policy 2024 aims to achieve which renewable energy capacity target by 2030?
a) 1 GW
b) 2 GW
c) 3 GW
d) 5 GW
Answer: c) 3 GW
Explanation:
- The policy targets 3 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, focusing on solar, wind, and biomass energy.
Q2. Which of the following schemes supports renewable energy adoption in Assam?
- PM-KUSUM
- National Solar Mission
- Green India Mission
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1, 2, and 3
d) 1 only
Answer: c) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
All three initiatives promote renewable energy adoption, either directly or indirectly, and align with Assam’s goals.
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