APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 11/02/2025

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 (11-02-2025). 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: 11/02/2025)

1. Govt to Construct 5 Lighthouses Along Brahmaputra: Boost to Inland Waterways

Question 1

Which of the following statements about National Waterway-2 (NW-2) are correct?

1. It covers the Ganga River and its tributaries.
2. It is a part of India’s inland water transport system.
3. It connects Assam’s Dhubri to Arunachal Pradesh’s Sadiya.
4. The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is responsible for its management.

Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2, 3, and 4 only
(c) 1, 2, and 3 only
(d) 1, 3, and 4 only

✅ Answer: (b) 2, 3, and 4 only

🔎 Explanation:

• Statement 1 is incorrect – NW-2 covers the Brahmaputra River, not the Ganga (which is covered under NW-1).
• Statements 2, 3, and 4 are correct – NW-2 is a key inland waterway in Assam, connecting Dhubri to Sadiya, and is managed by IWAI.

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Question 2

Which of the following are expected benefits of building lighthouses along the Brahmaputra River?

1. Enhancing night-time navigation for cargo and passenger ferries.
2. Boosting trade and connectivity under the Act East Policy.
3. Increasing flood control measures along the riverbanks.
4. Reducing road and rail transport dependency for logistics.

Select the correct answer using the codes 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) 1, 2, and 4 only

🔎 Explanation:

• Statements 1, 2, and 4 are correct – Lighthouses help navigation, support economic connectivity, and encourage water-based transport.
• Statement 3 is incorrect – Lighthouses do not directly prevent floods, though river navigation improvements may support disaster response.

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2. Aero India 2025: India’s Push for Defense Manufacturing & Global Partnerships

Question 3

Which of the following are objectives of the Aero India 2025 event?

1. Promoting Make in India in defense manufacturing.
2. Strengthening global defense partnerships through joint ventures.
3. Showcasing India’s nuclear weapon capabilities.
4. Encouraging investment in indigenous fighter jets, missiles, and drones.

Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2, and 4 only
(c) 2, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 3, and 4 only

✅ Answer: (b) 1, 2, and 4 only

🔎 Explanation:

• Statements 1, 2, and 4 are correct – Aero India focuses on Make in India, international defense collaborations, and indigenous technology.
• Statement 3 is incorrect – India does not publicly showcase nuclear capabilities at Aero India.

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Question 4

Which of the following Indian defense technologies will likely be showcased at Aero India 2025?

1. Tejas Mk-II Fighter Jet
2. BrahMos Supersonic Cruise Missile
3. Arjun Mk-II Battle Tank
4. Rustom-II UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle)

Select the correct answer using the codes 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: (d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

🔎 Explanation:

• All statements are correct – India will showcase advanced military hardware, including fighter jets, tanks, and drones at Aero India.

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3. Assam’s New Tourism Policy: Focus on Eco-Tourism & Cultural Heritage

Question 5

Which of the following are priority tourism areas under Assam’s new tourism policy?

1. Wildlife Tourism – Kaziranga, Manas National Park
2. Cultural & Heritage Tourism – Sivasagar, Majuli Island
3. Medical Tourism – AIIMS Guwahati and Assam Ayurvedic Centers
4. Tea Tourism – Heritage Tea Estates in Jorhat and Dibrugarh

Select the correct answer using the codes 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) 1, 2, and 4 only

🔎 Explanation:

• Statements 1, 2, and 4 are correct – Assam is focusing on wildlife, cultural heritage, and tea tourism.
• Statement 3 is incorrect – Medical tourism is not a primary focus of Assam’s tourism policy.

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Question 6

Which of the following wildlife sanctuaries in Assam are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites?

1. Kaziranga National Park
2. Manas National Park
3. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
4. Nameri National Park

Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1, 2, and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

✅ Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only

🔎 Explanation:

• Kaziranga & Manas are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
• Dibru-Saikhowa & Nameri are important biodiversity areas but not UNESCO-listed.

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4. Illegal Coal Mining in Meghalaya: Environmental & Legal Challenges

Question 7

Which of the following environmental concerns are associated with illegal coal mining in Meghalaya?

1. Acid mine drainage contaminating rivers like Lukha
2. Deforestation and loss of biodiversity in Jaintia Hills
3. Air pollution and health hazards among local communities
4. Increase in monsoon rainfall due to climate change impact of coal mining

Select the correct answer using the codes below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 1, 2, and 3 only
(c) 2, 3, and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

✅ Answer: (b) 1, 2, and 3 only

🔎 Explanation:

• Statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct – Illegal mining causes water, air, and soil pollution.
• Statement 4 is incorrect – Illegal mining does not directly increase monsoon rainfall.

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Question 8

Which organization imposed a ban on rat-hole coal mining in Meghalaya?

(a) Supreme Court of India
(b) National Green Tribunal (NGT)
(c) Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC)
(d) Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

✅ Answer: (b) National Green Tribunal (NGT)

🔎 Explanation:

The NGT banned rat-hole mining in 2014 due to its severe environmental damage.

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