APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 14/05/2025
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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 14/05/2025)
✅ TOPIC 1: Artificial Floods in Guwahati
Q1. Which of the following are likely causes of artificial floods in urban areas like Guwahati?
- Encroachment on wetlands and water bodies
- Improper desiltation of drains
- Increase in groundwater recharge
- Inadequate urban drainage planning
A. 1, 2 and 4 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
✅ Answer: A. 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation:
- Encroachment, lack of planning, and poor desiltation cause waterlogging.
- Groundwater recharge actually reduces surface runoff; it doesn’t cause flooding.
Q2. Which of the following natural features of Guwahati are associated with flood mitigation?
- Silsako Beel
- Deepor Beel
- Brahmaputra River’s floodplain
- Chandubi Lake
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. All of the above
✅ Answer: D. All of the above
Explanation:
All listed water bodies act as natural water sinks and help absorb excess rainfall and floodwater, but are under threat from urban expansion.
✅ TOPIC 2: AFSPA Withdrawal in Assam
Q3. With reference to the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act, 1958, consider the following statements:
- AFSPA can be imposed by both the Central and State Governments.
- It allows the armed forces to arrest without a warrant in disturbed areas.
- The law was originally passed to tackle insurgency in Jammu & Kashmir.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
✅ Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 3 is incorrect – AFSPA was originally enacted for the Northeast in 1958, not J&K (J&K had its own AFSPA in 1990).
- Statement 1 is correct – Both Governor and Central Government can declare an area as ‘disturbed’.
Q4. Which of the following peace agreements is/are associated with reducing insurgency in Assam?
- Bodo Accord (2020)
- Karbi Anglong Accord (2021)
- Mizo Accord (1986)
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. All of the above
✅ Answer: B. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Mizo Accord is relevant to Mizoram, not Assam.
- Bodo and Karbi accords are specific to Assam and linked to the AFSPA withdrawal rationale.
✅ TOPIC 3: Retail Inflation Falls to 4.83%
Q5. Which of the following statements about inflation measurement in India is/are correct?
- Consumer Price Index (CPI) reflects retail inflation.
- Wholesale Price Index (WPI) is compiled by the National Statistical Office.
- Core inflation excludes food and fuel prices.
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 2 only
D. All of the above
✅ Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- CPI is used by RBI for inflation targeting and reflects retail prices.
- WPI is compiled by the Office of Economic Adviser, not NSO.
- Core inflation excludes food and fuel.
Q6. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of India is:
- A statutory body under the RBI Act, 1934
- Headed by the Finance Minister of India
- Tasked with maintaining inflation within 4% ± 2%
Which statements are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
✅ Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
It was made statutory via 2016 amendment to the RBI Act.
MPC is headed by the RBI Governor, not the Finance Minister.
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