APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 13/11/2024

Topic 1: Bharalu River Pollution Crisis

Question 1: Which of the following are likely causes of river pollution in urban areas like Guwahati’s Bharalu River?

1. Industrial discharge
2. Encroachment along riverbanks
3. Untreated sewage disposal
4. Afforestation initiatives along riverbanks

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1, 2, and 3 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3, and 4

Topic 2: India’s Support for Permanent UNSC Membership for Africa and Other Nations

Question 2: With reference to India’s stance on United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reform, consider the following statements:

1. India is a part of the G4, which supports mutual bids for permanent UNSC seats.
2. India advocates for the inclusion of developing countries like those in Africa for permanent UNSC seats.
3. The current P5 structure of the UNSC includes Germany and Japan as permanent members.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Topic 3: Kamrup DC Forms Task Forces to Combat Illegal Sand and Boulder Excavation

Question 3: With reference to measures against illegal excavation in Kamrup district, consider the following statements:

1. Task forces have been created in Kamrup to monitor and prevent unauthorized sand and boulder excavation activities.
2. The Environment Protection Act, 1986, provides a legal framework to control environmental degradation due to such practices.
3. Revenue Circles in Assam function solely for collecting revenue and are not involved in administrative activities.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Topic 4: Manipur Conflict Escalation – Kuki-Meitei Ethnic Strife

Question 4: With reference to the Kuki-Meitei conflict in Manipur, consider the following statements:

1. The conflict between Kuki and Meitei communities in Manipur is rooted in territorial and cultural disputes.
2. The Inner Line Permit (ILP) system in Manipur restricts the movement of outsiders, impacting the region’s demographic structure.
3. Arambai Tenggol is a traditional Meitei festival celebrated annually in Manipur.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Statement 3 is incorrect. Arambai Tenggol is an armed group associated with the Meitei community, not a festival.
Thus, the correct answer is B.