APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –27/08/2025
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 (27-08-2025). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 27/08/2025)
Topic 1: Assam’s Agricultural Export Push under APEDA
Q1. (Multiple Choice – UPSC style)
Which of the following agricultural products of Assam have received Geographical Indication (GI) tags?
- Joha rice
- Boka Chaul
- Tezpur Litchi
- Assam Orthodox Tea
Select the correct answer using the code below:
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 1, 2 and 3 only
c) 2 and 4 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation: Assam has multiple GI-tagged products like Joha rice, Boka Chaul, Tezpur Litchi, and Assam Orthodox Tea, which boost its agri-export branding.
Q2. (Match the Following)
Match the following APEDA-linked export initiatives with their features:
| Initiative | Feature |
| Operation Greens | Price stabilisation of perishable crops |
| ODOP Scheme | District-specific crop promotion |
| Krishi Udaan | Air cargo support for perishables |
Correct Match: All are correctly matched.
Topic 2: Guwahati Metro Rail Project
Q3. (Statement-based Question)
Consider the following statements about metro rail projects in India:
- The first metro project in India was inaugurated in Delhi in 2002.
- Metro Rail Policy (2017) makes economic viability and PPP participation mandatory for new projects.
- Guwahati has been selected under the Smart Cities 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: b) 2 and 3 only
Explanation: The first metro was in Kolkata (1984), not Delhi. Statements 2 and 3 are correct.
Q4. (Assertion–Reason)
Assertion (A): The Guwahati Metro Project is expected to reduce urban congestion and pollution.
Reason (R): Metro systems run entirely on renewable energy sources in India.
a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
c) A is true, but R is false.
d) A is false, but R is true.
Answer: c) A is true, but R is false.
Explanation: While metro reduces congestion, not all Indian metros run entirely on renewable energy.
Topic 3: Flood Management in Assam
Q5. (Multiple Choice – UPSC trend)
Which of the following are causes of recurring floods in Assam?
- High sediment load of the Brahmaputra
- Frequent embankment breaches
- Glacial melt from the Himalayas
- Deforestation in catchment areas
Select the correct code:
a) 1, 2 and 3 only
b) 2 and 4 only
c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
d) 1 and 3 only
Answer: c) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation: All listed factors contribute to Assam’s recurring floods.
Q6. (Pairing Question)
Match the following institutions/reports with their relevance to flood management in Assam:
| Institution/Report | Relevance |
| Rashtriya Barh Ayog (1980) | Recommended basin-level flood management |
| Brahmaputra Board (1980) | River basin planning and flood control |
| NDMA Guidelines (2008) | Emphasized disaster preparedness |
Correct Match: All correctly paired.
Topic 4: Assam’s Public Health Infrastructure
Q7. (Statement-based Question)
Consider the following statements regarding health in Assam:
- Assam has one of the highest maternal mortality ratios (MMR) in India.
- The Assam Cancer Care Foundation is a joint initiative of the State Government and Tata Trusts.
- The doctor-patient ratio in Assam is above the WHO norm of 1:1000.
Which of the above is/are correct?
a) 1 and 2 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Answer: a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Statement 3 is incorrect — Assam’s doctor-patient ratio is worse than WHO standards.
Q8. (UPSC ‘Not Correct’ Pattern)
Which of the following is NOT correctly matched with its purpose?
| Scheme | Purpose |
| PM-JAY | Health insurance coverage up to ₹5 lakh per family |
| PM-ABHIM | Infrastructure strengthening in health sector |
| Operation Greens | Universal immunization coverage |
| Ayushman Bharat HWCs | Comprehensive primary health services |
Answer: Operation Greens – Universal immunization coverage (incorrect).
Explanation: Operation Greens is related to perishable crop price stabilisation, not immunization.improving school education outcomes.
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