APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 14/12/2024
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 (14-12-2024). 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: 14/12/2024)
Topic 1: Advancing Northeast Connectivity Through Inland Waterways
Q1. Which of the following is a major inland waterway project in Assam?
a) Jogighopa Multi-Modal Terminal
b) Paradip Port Expansion Project
c) Kandla-Bhuj Waterway
d) Chabahar Corridor
Answer: a) Jogighopa Multi-Modal Terminal
Explanation:
- Jogighopa is a key project aimed at enhancing connectivity in Assam through multi-modal logistics.
Q2. Under which protocol does the Pandu Terminal facilitate trade with Bangladesh?
a) India-Bangladesh Ganga Waterway Agreement
b) Protocol on Inland Water Transit and Trade (PIWTT)
c) South Asian Free Trade Agreement (SAFTA)
d) India-BIMSTEC Transport Treaty
Answer: b) Protocol on Inland Water Transit and Trade (PIWTT)
Explanation:
- PIWTT allows trade between India and Bangladesh through inland waterways.
Topic 2: Assam’s Push for Green Tourism
Q1. Which initiative is aimed at achieving carbon neutrality in Kaziranga National Park?
a) Sustainable Tourism Circuits Project
b) Kaziranga Carbon-Neutral Zone
c) Eco-Tourism Master Plan 2024
d) Assam Biodiversity Conservation Program
Answer: b) Kaziranga Carbon-Neutral Zone
Explanation:
- The initiative focuses on renewable energy, waste management, and eco-friendly practices in Kaziranga.
Q2. Majuli Island is proposed for UNESCO World Heritage status for its:
- Cultural importance.
- Wildlife diversity.
- Being the largest riverine island in the world.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: c) 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- Majuli is recognized for its cultural significance and status as the largest riverine island.
Topic 3: Assam’s River Erosion Mitigation Strategy
Q1. Which tool is widely used in Assam for riverbank stabilization?
a) Concrete Dams
b) Geo-Bags
c) Gabion Structures
d) Floating Pontoons
Answer: b) Geo-Bags
Explanation:
- Geo-bags are sand-filled bags that stabilize riverbanks, offering a cost-effective solution for erosion control.
Q2. The Brahmaputra River is known for which of the following characteristics?
- High sediment load.
- Braided channel pattern.
- Being a perennial river.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 and 3 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
- The Brahmaputra has a high sediment load, a braided pattern, and remains perennial due to glacier and monsoon water inputs.
Topic 4: Assam’s Healthcare Push with New Medical Colleges
Q1. The Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) supports the establishment of new medical colleges by:
a) Building entirely new campuses.
b) Upgrading existing district hospitals.
c) Partnering with foreign universities.
d) Focusing on private medical colleges.
Answer: b) Upgrading existing district hospitals
Explanation:
- PMSSY aims to establish new medical colleges by upgrading district hospitals to improve tertiary care infrastructure.
Q2. Which district in Assam does NOT currently host a medical college under the recent initiatives?
a) Tinsukia
b) Kokrajhar
c) Dhubri
d) Kamrup
Answer: d) Kamrup
Explanation:
Kamrup already has Gauhati Medical College, and the recent initiatives focus on underserved districts like Tinsukia and Dhubri.
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