APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –19/02/2026
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 (19-02-2026). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
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From The Assam Tribune, 19 February 2026
Q1. Members of the Rajya Sabha are elected by:
A. Direct election by citizens
B. Elected Members of Legislative Assemblies
C. Governors of States
D. Members of Lok Sabha
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Rajya Sabha members are elected by elected MLAs through Proportional Representation using the Single Transferable Vote system.
Q2. The composition of the Rajya Sabha is provided under:
A. Article 74
B. Article 80
C. Article 123
D. Article 324
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Article 80 of the Constitution deals with the composition of the Rajya Sabha.
Q3. The Anti-Defection Law is contained in:
A. Eighth Schedule
B. Ninth Schedule
C. Tenth Schedule
D. Twelfth Schedule
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The Tenth Schedule contains provisions relating to disqualification on grounds of defection.
Q4. The total length of the India–Bangladesh border is approximately:
A. 2,600 km
B. 3,200 km
C. 4,096 km
D. 5,400 km
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The India–Bangladesh border is approximately 4,096 km, India’s longest international land boundary.
Q5. The Border Security Force (BSF) primarily guards India’s border with:
A. China
B. Myanmar
C. Pakistan and Bangladesh
D. Sri Lanka
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The BSF is responsible for guarding India’s borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh.
Q6. The Finance Commission of India is constituted under:
A. Article 266
B. Article 280
C. Article 324
D. Article 356
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Article 280 provides for the establishment of the Finance Commission.
Q7. Grants-in-aid to States are provided under:
A. Article 275
B. Article 300A
C. Article 356
D. Article 368
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Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Article 275 provides for grants-in-aid from the Union to States.
Q8. The Lakhpati Didi initiative is primarily linked with:
A. Industrial corridors
B. Rural women Self-Help Groups
C. Urban housing
D. Youth sports development
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The Lakhpati Didi initiative aims to create women entrepreneurs under Self-Help Groups (SHGs), largely through DAY-NRLM.
Q9. The India–Bhutan Friendship Treaty was revised in:
A. 1954
B. 1971
C. 2007
D. 2014
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The original 1949 treaty was revised in 2007, strengthening Bhutan’s sovereignty and partnership.
Q10. Artificial Intelligence (AI) in governance is commonly used for:
A. Manual tax collection
B. Paper-based census only
C. Data-driven public service delivery
D. Suspension of judicial review
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
AI enables data analytics, predictive modelling, and efficient public service delivery.
Q11. Naxalism in India is associated primarily with:
A. Ethnic insurgency
B. Left-Wing Extremism
C. Religious radicalism
D. Secessionist movement in Northeast
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Naxalism refers to Left-Wing Extremism (LWE).
Q12. The Single Transferable Vote (STV) system is a form of:
A. First-past-the-post system
B. Majoritarian voting
C. Proportional representation
D. Two-round voting
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The STV method used in Rajya Sabha elections ensures proportional representation.2.
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