APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –18/04/2026
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From The Assam Tribune, 18 April 2026
Q1. With reference to Manas National Park, consider the following statements:
- It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- It is located in Assam.
- It is primarily a marine ecosystem.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- 1 : UNESCO site
- 2 : Located in Assam
- 3 : It is a terrestrial forest ecosystem
Q2. Which of the following best explains “forest encroachment”?
Options:
A. Afforestation activities in degraded land
B. Illegal occupation of forest land
C. Legal settlement inside national parks
D. Plantation of trees
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Answer: B. Illegal occupation of forest land
Q3. With reference to autonomous colleges in India, consider the following statements:
- They can design their own curriculum.
- They are completely independent of universities.
- They can conduct their own examinations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- 1 : Curriculum autonomy
- 2 : Still affiliated to university
- 3 : Can conduct exams
Q4. Which of the following best describes the role of UGC?
Options:
A. Conducts civil services examinations
B. Regulates and coordinates higher education in India
C. Regulates banking sector
D. Supervises election process
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Answer: B. Regulates and coordinates higher education in India
Q5. With reference to Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), consider the following statements:
- It evaluates environmental consequences of projects.
- It is mandatory for all infrastructure projects.
- It involves public consultation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
Explanation:
- 1 : Core function
- 2 : Not for all projects (only specified categories)
- 3 : Includes public hearing
Q6. Which of the following best explains a “wildlife corridor”?
Options:
A. Area used for tourism
B. Designated forest area for plantations
C. Pathway allowing movement of animals between habitats
D. Protected area for breeding animals
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Answer: C. Pathway allowing movement of animals between habitats
Q7. With reference to elephants in India, consider the following statements:
- They are listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
- They are protected under Project Elephant.
- They are classified as critically endangered globally.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- 1 : Highest protection
- 2 : Project Elephant
- 3 : Listed as Endangered, not critically endangered
Q8. Which of the following is a major cause of human–elephant conflict?
Options:
A. Increased forest cover
B. Lack of rainfall
C. Urban migration
D. Habitat fragmentation
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Answer: D. Habitat fragmentation
Q9. Which of the following best explains “sustainable infrastructure”?
Options:
A. Infrastructure with maximum economic benefit only
B. Infrastructure ignoring environmental concerns
C. Infrastructure balancing development and environmental protection
D. Infrastructure limited to rural areas
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Answer: C. Infrastructure balancing development and environmental protection
Q10. Which of the following is a key challenge in forest eviction drives?
Options:
A. Excess forest cover
B. High industrialization
C. Lack of biodiversity
D. Law and order issues
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Answer: D. Law and order issues
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