APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –25/08/2025
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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 25/08/2025)
1. Green Railways Initiative in Assam
Q1. Consider the following statements about the Green Railways initiative in India:
- It aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions from Indian Railways by 2030.
- The initiative involves complete electrification of the broad-gauge network.
- Hydrogen fuel trains have already been introduced in Assam as part of this mission.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (a)
Explanation: The mission targets net-zero emissions by 2030 with full electrification, but hydrogen trains are still in pilot stages and not yet operational in Assam.
Q2. “ISO 14001 Certification,” sometimes seen in news, is related to:
(a) Quality assurance in food products
(b) Environmental management systems
(c) Renewable energy generation
(d) Rail safety standards
Answer: (b)
Explanation: ISO 14001 is an international standard for environmental management certification, also applied to “Green Railway stations.”
2. Bamboo Industrial Park in Assam
Q3. With reference to Bamboo in India, consider the following statements:
- Bamboo is legally classified as a grass, not a tree, under the Indian Forest Act.
- Assam has the highest bamboo reserves in India.
- The National Bamboo Mission was launched in 2018 to promote bamboo cultivation and industries.
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: (c)
Explanation: Bamboo was reclassified as a grass in 2017. While Assam is a major contributor, Mizoram has the highest bamboo density. The National Bamboo Mission was indeed launched in 2018.
Q4. World Bamboo Day is observed on:
(a) 15th July
(b) 1st October
(c) 18th September
(d) 21st March
Answer: (c)
Explanation: 18th September is celebrated as World Bamboo Day to promote sustainable use of bamboo resources.
3. Flood-Resilient Infrastructure Plan in Assam
Q5. Which of the following districts were chosen for the pilot phase of Assam’s Flood-Resilient Infrastructure Plan (2025)?
(a) Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Barpeta, Cachar
(b) Kamrup, Sonitpur, Karimganj, Goalpara
(c) Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Majuli, Nagaon
(d) Jorhat, Golaghat, Dhubri, Hailakandi
Answer: (a)
Explanation: The plan prioritises Dhemaji, Lakhimpur, Barpeta, and Cachar as the most flood-vulnerable districts.
Q6. The “Sendai Framework (2015–2030),” often mentioned in disaster management, is associated with:
(a) Climate finance and carbon trading
(b) Global disaster risk reduction
(c) Forest conservation and biodiversity
(d) Urban transport planning
Answer: (b)
Explanation: The Sendai Framework, adopted by UN member states, is the global blueprint for disaster risk reduction (DRR).
4. Skill Universities in Assam under NEP 2020
Q7. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 recommends that by the year 2025:
(a) Every state must establish at least one skill university.
(b) Vocational education should cover at least 50% of learners.
(c) Skill development will be limited to post-secondary education.
(d) The Ministry of Labour will oversee all skill training initiatives.
Answer: (b)
Explanation: NEP 2020 stresses integrating vocational education across all levels, aiming for 50% learner coverage by 2025.
Q8. Which of the following schemes are directly linked to skill development in India?
- Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY)
- National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme (NAPS)
- Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
Select the correct answer using the code below:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 and 4 only
(c) 2 and 4 only
(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: (a)
Explanation: PMKVY, DDU-GKY, and NAPS are skill-related. PMFBY deals with crop insurance, not skilling.
Explanation: DIKSHA is a national digital platform for teachers and students.
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