APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –3/04/2026

Q1. With reference to Article 244(A) of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:

1. It provides for the creation of an autonomous state within Assam.
2. It was inserted by the 22nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1969.
3. It applies to all northeastern states of India.

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

Q2. Which of the following districts are covered under the demand for an autonomous state under Article 244(A)?

Options:

A. Dibrugarh, Tinsukia, Sivasagar
B. Karbi Anglong, West Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao
C. Kokrajhar, Chirang, Baksa
D. Nalbari, Barpeta, Goalpara

Q3. With reference to the Strait of Hormuz, consider the following statements:

1. It connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.
2. It is located between Iran and Oman.
3. It handles less than 5% 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

Q4. Which of the following correctly describes the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)?

Options:

A. Forces under Ministry of Defence only
B. Forces under Ministry of Home Affairs responsible for internal security
C. Private security agencies
D. State police forces

Q5. Consider the following statements regarding gig workers in India:

1. They are recognized under the Code on Social Security, 2020.
2. They have full access to traditional labour protections like pensions and paid leave.
3. They are part of the unorganized sector.

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

Q6. Which of the following best explains the term “asymmetrical federalism”?

Options:

A. Equal powers to all states
B. No division of powers between Centre and States
C. Special provisions for certain states or regions
D. Unitary system of governance

Q7. Consider the following statements regarding the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution:

1. It provides for Autonomous District Councils.
2. It applies only to Assam.
3. It deals with tribal areas.

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

Q8. Which of the following CAPFs is primarily responsible for guarding India’s border with China?

Options:

A. Border Security Force (BSF)
B. Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
C. Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
D. Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)

Q9. Which of the following best explains “platform workers”?

Options:

A. Government employees working on digital platforms
B. Workers engaged through online platforms for services
C. Workers employed in manufacturing industries
D. Workers in public sector undertakings

Q10. Which of the following best describes the main concern related to gig economy workers?

Options:

A. Excess job security
B. Lack of social security and legal protection
C. Overregulation by government
D. Permanent employment contracts