APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 18/03/2025

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 (18-03-2025). 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: 18/03/2025)

Topic 1: Supreme Court Directs Centre to Complete Delimitation in Northeast

Question 1

Which of the following constitutional provisions govern the process of delimitation in India?

1. Article 82 – Provides for the reallocation of parliamentary constituencies after each Census.
2. Article 170 – Deals with the delimitation of State Legislative Assemblies.
3. Sixth Schedule – Governs delimitation in the tribal areas of the Northeast.
4. Article 356 – Relates to the imposition of President’s Rule and does not deal with delimitation.

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

✅ Answer: c) 1, 2, and 4 only

Explanation:

• Article 82 and Article 170 define the process of delimitation for parliamentary and state assembly constituencies.
• The Sixth Schedule deals with autonomous district councils in the Northeast, but it does not govern delimitation.
• Article 356 is unrelated to delimitation and pertains to President’s Rule.

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Question 2

Which of the following states were included in the Supreme Court’s directive for delimitation in the Northeast?

1. Arunachal Pradesh
2. Nagaland
3. Manipur
4. Assam

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

✅ Answer: c) 1, 2, 3, and 4

Explanation:

• The Supreme Court directed delimitation in Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Assam, which had been pending since 2008 due to security concerns.

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Topic 2: Assam to Launch ‘Project Jal Sanchay’ for Water Conservation

Question 3

Which of the following are objectives of ‘Project Jal Sanchay’ launched by the Assam government?

1. Rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge
2. Rejuvenation of Assam’s wetlands (Beels)
3. Construction of large dams on Brahmaputra River
4. Integration with MGNREGA for rural water conservation projects

Select the correct answer using the code 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:

• Rainwater harvesting and groundwater recharge are key goals of the project.
• Wetland rejuvenation is critical for flood control and biodiversity conservation.
• MGNREGA is being integrated for rural water conservation efforts.
• Large dams are not part of this initiative, as Assam focuses on natural water conservation methods.

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Question 4

Which of the following wetlands in Assam are recognized under the Ramsar Convention?

1. Deepor Beel
2. Maguri Beel
3. Sareswar Beel
4. Son Beel

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

✅ Answer: b) 1 and 4 only

Explanation:

• Deepor Beel and Son Beel are recognized Ramsar wetlands in Assam.
• Maguri Beel and Sareswar Beel are important wetlands but not yet designated as Ramsar sites.

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Topic 3: Assam Government to Develop Guwahati as a Green City

Question 5

Which of the following initiatives are part of Assam’s Green City Project for Guwahati?

1. Expansion of electric buses and cycling lanes
2. Restoration of Deepor Beel and Bharalu River
3. Implementation of AI-based smart waste management
4. Construction of new coal-based thermal power plants to meet energy needs

Select the correct answer using the code 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:

• The Green City Project focuses on expanding electric mobility, waste management, and wetland restoration.
• Coal-based power plants are against the principles of a Green City initiative.

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Question 6

Which of the following is a Ramsar wetland site located in Guwahati?

a) Deepor Beel
b) Maguri Beel
c) Loktak Lake
d) Chandubi Lake

✅ Answer: a) Deepor Beel

Explanation:

• Deepor Beel is a Ramsar wetland located in Guwahati.
• Maguri Beel (Tinsukia) and Loktak Lake (Manipur) are Ramsar wetlands but not in Guwahati.

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Topic 4: Assam to Introduce AI-Based Crop Monitoring System for Farmers

Question 7

Which of the following technologies are used in Assam’s AI-based Crop Monitoring System?

1. Satellite imagery for real-time farm monitoring
2. Drones for pest and disease detection
3. Blockchain technology for transparent farm subsidies
4. Machine learning for yield prediction

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

✅ Answer: b) 1, 2, and 4 only

Explanation:

• Satellite imagery, drones, and machine learning are key components of AI-based crop monitoring.
• Blockchain is not yet part of this initiative but could be integrated in future for farm subsidy tracking.

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Question 8

Which of the following are benefits of using AI in agriculture?

1. Real-time pest and disease monitoring
2. Reduction in pesticide and fertilizer overuse
3. Automatic irrigation management using weather data
4. Eliminating the need for human intervention in farming

Select the correct answer using the code 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:

Human intervention is still necessary in farming, as AI only assists in decision-making.

AI improves pest monitoring, reduces chemical use, and optimizes irrigation based on real-time weather data.

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