APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –2/04/2026
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 (2-04-2026). 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
Q1. With reference to the Brahmaputra River, consider the following statements:
- It originates in Tibet as the Tsangpo River.
- It is one of the most sediment-laden rivers in the world.
- It flows only through India and Bangladesh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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✅ Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
📝 Explanation:
- 1 ✔️: Correct — originates in Tibet as Yarlung Tsangpo
- 2 ✔️: Correct — high sediment load → erosion & flooding
- 3 ❌: Incorrect — also flows through China (Tibet)
Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the ‘Badh Mukt Assam’ Mission:
- It aims to make Assam free from floods and erosion.
- It primarily focuses on industrial development.
- It involves embankment strengthening and river management.
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 ✔️: Flood-free Assam goal
- 2 ❌: Not industrial mission
- 3 ✔️: Includes flood control measures
Q3. Which of the following best describes the Free Movement Regime (FMR) between India and Myanmar?
Options:
A. Allows foreign tourists unrestricted entry into India
B. Allows local border communities to travel up to a specified distance across the border
C. Permits free trade of all goods without restrictions
D. Provides visa-free entry to all ASEAN citizens
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✅ Answer: B. Allows local border communities to travel up to a specified distance across the border
📝 Explanation:
- FMR allows movement up to 16 km across India–Myanmar border
- Limited to border communities, not all foreigners
Q4. With reference to the Strait of Hormuz, consider the following statements:
- It connects the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea.
- It lies between Iran and Oman.
- It handles a negligible share of global oil trade.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Show answer
✅ Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
📝 Explanation:
- 1 ✔️: Correct
- 2 ✔️: Correct
- 3 ❌: Incorrect — handles ~20% of global oil trade
Q5. Which of the following is the primary reason for onion price volatility in India?
Options:
A. High import dependence
B. Long shelf life of onions
C. Seasonal production and storage constraints
D. Uniform production across the year
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✅ Answer: C. Seasonal production and storage constraints
📝 Explanation:
- Onion is perishable + seasonal crop
- Lack of storage → price fluctuations
Q6. Consider the following statements regarding Protected Area Permit (PAP):
- It is required for foreigners visiting certain sensitive areas in India.
- Assam is currently fully covered under PAP restrictions.
- It is mainly applicable in Northeast India.
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
Show answer
✅ Answer: A. 1 and 3 only
📝 Explanation:
- 1 ✔️: Required for foreigners
- 2 ❌: Assam is not fully under PAP
- 3 ✔️: Mainly applied in NE states
Q7. Which of the following best explains the term “riverine flood”?
Options:
A. Flood caused by glacier melting only
B. Flood caused by heavy rainfall in deserts
C. Flood caused by overflow of rivers
D. Flood due to urban drainage failure
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✅ Answer: C. Flood caused by overflow of rivers
📝 Explanation:
- Assam mainly faces riverine floods (Brahmaputra overflow)
Q8. Consider the following statements regarding food inflation:
- It forms a major component of the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
- It has no impact on overall inflation.
- It disproportionately affects poorer households.
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 ✔️: Food has high CPI weight
- 2 ❌: Strong impact on inflation
- 3 ✔️: Poor spend more on food
Q9. Which of the following best explains “strategic petroleum reserves (SPR)”?
Options:
A. Oil reserves owned by private companies
B. Oil stored for export purposes
C. Reserve stocks maintained by a country for emergency use
D. Reserves used only for military operations
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✅ Answer: C. Reserve stocks maintained by a country for emergency use
📝 Explanation:
- SPR = buffer against supply shocks (like Hormuz crisis)
Q10. Which of the following factors contributes most to flood vulnerability in Assam?
Options:
A. High altitude terrain
B. Low sediment load of rivers
C. Stable river channels
D. Heavy rainfall and high sedimentation
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✅ Answer: D. Heavy rainfall and high sedimentation
📝 Explanation:
Brahmaputra sediment load
Assam floods due to:
Heavy rainfall
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