APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –26/03/2026
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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 26/03/2026)
🔹 Q1. With reference to the Strait of Hormuz, consider the following statements:
- It is a major global oil chokepoint.
- It connects the Persian Gulf with the Arabian Sea.
- It is controlled entirely by Saudi Arabia.
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
✅ Answer: A
Explanation:
- 1 ✔️ Correct
- 2 ✔️ Correct
- 3 ❌ Incorrect (Iran & Oman region)
🔹 Q2. Which of the following best explains “energy shock”?
Options:
A. Gradual increase in energy prices
B. Sudden disruption in energy supply causing price volatility
C. Reduction in renewable energy production
D. Stable energy supply over time
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
- Energy shock = sudden supply disruption → price spike
🔹 Q3. Consider the following statements regarding Census 2027:
- It will be India’s first fully digital Census.
- It will include caste enumeration for the first time since independence.
- It will be conducted in two phases.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
✅ Answer: A
Explanation:
- 1 ✔️ Correct
- 2 ❌ Incorrect (caste inclusion not yet finalized)
- 3 ✔️ Correct
🔹 Q4. Which of the following authority is responsible for conducting the Census in India?
Options:
A. Election Commission of India
B. Ministry of Home Affairs
C. NITI Aayog
D. Registrar General & Census Commissioner
✅ Answer: D
Explanation:
- Census conducted under Registrar General of India
🔹 Q5. Consider the following statements regarding Fundamental Duties:
- They are enforceable by courts.
- They were added by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment.
- They include respect for national symbols.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Options:
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
✅ Answer: A
Explanation:
- 1 ❌ Not enforceable
- 2 ✔️ Correct
- 3 ✔️ Correct
🔹 Q6. Which of the following best reflects the Supreme Court’s stance on the Vande Mataram circular?
Options:
A. It is mandatory with penalties
B. It is advisory with no penal consequences
C. It is unconstitutional
D. It must be enforced in all schools
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
- SC: Advisory, not enforceable
🔹 Q7. Which of the following best explains “panic buying”?
Options:
A. Planned increase in consumption
B. Purchase of goods due to fear of shortage
C. Reduction in consumer demand
D. Stable consumption behaviour
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
- Panic buying driven by fear, not actual shortage
🔹 Q8. Consider the following statements regarding fuel supply chains:
- Panic buying can create artificial shortages.
- Fuel supply depends on logistics and distribution networks.
- Local markets are completely unaffected by global events.
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
✅ Answer: A
Explanation:
- 1 ✔️ Correct
- 2 ✔️ Correct
- 3 ❌ Incorrect (global events affect supply)
🔹 Q9. Which of the following is the MOST likely impact of geopolitical conflict in West Asia on India?
Options:
A. Decrease in oil prices
B. Increase in energy import costs
C. Reduction in inflation
D. Strengthening of domestic production
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
- Conflict → oil price rise → higher import bill
🔹 Q10. Which of the following Articles of the Constitution relates to Fundamental Duties?
Options:
A. Article 19
B. Article 21
C. Article 32
D. Article 51A
✅ Answer: D
Explanation:
Article 51A = Fundamental Duties
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