APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 25/10/2024

Topic 1: NHPC Investment in Arunachal Pradesh

Question 1: Consider the following statements regarding the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) and its projects in Arunachal Pradesh:

1. NHPC is a private-sector enterprise responsible for hydroelectric power generation in India.
2. The Dibang Multipurpose Project in Arunachal Pradesh is one of the largest hydroelectric projects in India.
3. The Subansiri Lower Project is located on a river that is a tributary of the Brahmaputra.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Topic 2: Asian Development Bank (ADB) Loan for Assam’s Renewable Energy

Question 2: Which of the following are the objectives of the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) recent loan to Assam?

1. Establishment of a 500 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) facility.
2. Construction of nuclear power plants in the Northeast.
3. Development of grid-connected battery energy storage systems.
4. Expansion of thermal power plants to increase energy capacity.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1, 2, and 3 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 4 only
D. 1, 3, and 4 only

Topic 3: Kaziranga National Park’s Eco-Sensitive Zone Issue

Question 3: Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZ)?

1. Eco-Sensitive Zones are buffer areas around protected regions aimed at regulating certain activities to minimize negative impacts on the environment.
2. The concept of ESZs was introduced by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in 2010.
3. The declaration of ESZs around Kaziranga National Park has faced delays due to pending legal proceedings in the Supreme Court.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Topic 4: India-China Consensus on LAC Patrolling

Question 4: With reference to the recent consensus between India and China on the Line of Actual Control (LAC), consider the following statements:

1. The consensus allows for mutual patrolling rights in the Depsang and Demchok areas.
2. The agreement was reached during the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia.
3. The Line of Actual Control (LAC) demarcates the boundary between India and Nepal.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, and 3

Topic 5: India’s Efforts in Strengthening Healthcare Infrastructure in the Northeast

Question 5: Which of the following initiatives are associated with India’s recent efforts to improve healthcare infrastructure in the Northeast region?

1. Establishment of new medical colleges in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.
2. Development of trauma centers in remote areas.
3. Introduction of advanced nuclear medicine facilities in the region.
4. Expansion of telemedicine networks for remote consultations.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:
A. 1, 2, and 4 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2, 3, and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3, and 4

Statement 4 is correct as telemedicine networks are being expanded to provide remote consultations, bridging the gap in healthcare access in isolated areas.
Thus, the correct answer is A.

Statement 1 is correct as new medical colleges are being set up in Assam and Arunachal Pradesh to improve access to medical education and services.

Statement 2 is correct as the focus includes developing trauma centers in remote areas to address emergency medical needs.

Statement 3 is incorrect as there is no specific mention of introducing nuclear medicine facilities in the region in the recent efforts.