APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) – 31/01/2025
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 (31-01-2025). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 30/01/2025)
1. Economic Slowdown and Policy Challenges in India
Q1. Which of the following statements regarding India’s economic growth are correct?
- India’s GDP growth rate in 2024-25 is projected at 8%.
- The middle-income trap refers to a situation where an economy stagnates due to low wage growth and declining productivity.
- Inflation refers to a decrease in the general price levels of goods and services.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3
Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is incorrect: India’s GDP growth rate for 2024-25 is projected at 6.4%, not 8%.
- Statement 2 is correct: The middle-income trap occurs when economic growth stagnates due to slow productivity and wage growth.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Inflation refers to an increase, not a decrease, in price levels.
Q2. The term “GDP Addition” refers to:
(a) The percentage increase in GDP over the previous year
(b) The absolute value added to a country’s GDP in a given year
(c) The increase in per capita income over time
(d) The net value of goods and services produced after tax deductions
Answer: (b) The absolute value added to a country’s GDP in a given year
Explanation:
GDP addition refers to the actual increase in a country’s total economic output, rather than just the percentage growth rate.
2. Expansion of Eri Culture Beyond Northeast India
Q3. Consider the following statements regarding Eri silk:
- Eri silk production does not involve killing the silkworm, making it an eco-friendly option.
- The Central Silk Board (CSB) is responsible for promoting eri silk production in India.
- Eri silk is produced only in Assam and cannot be cultivated in other states.
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
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Eri silk is known as “ahimsa” silk since the process does not harm the silkworm.
- Statement 2 is correct: The Central Silk Board (CSB) oversees eri silk promotion and expansion.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: Eri silk is being expanded beyond Assam to Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Bihar, and Himachal Pradesh.
Q4. Which of the following is a major initiative supporting Eri silk production in India?
(a) Silk Samagra-2
(b) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi
(c) Gati Shakti
(d) Startup India
Answer: (a) Silk Samagra-2
Explanation:
Silk Samagra-2 is a scheme launched by the Central Silk Board to promote silk farming and boost India’s silk production.
3. Air Pollution and Air Quality Management in Assam
Q5. Consider the following statements regarding Assam’s air pollution levels:
- Guwahati recorded the highest Air Quality Index (AQI) among all cities in Assam in January 2025.
- Vehicular emissions and construction dust are two major contributors to Assam’s worsening air quality.
- Assam’s pollution levels are monitored under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP).
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
Answer: (d) 1, 2, and 3
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: Guwahati had the highest AQI at 294 (Poor Category).
- Statement 2 is correct: Vehicular emissions and construction dust are leading causes of worsening AQI in Assam.
- Statement 3 is correct: Assam is part of NCAP, which aims to reduce PM2.5 and PM10 pollution levels.
Q6. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is measured using which of the following pollutants?
- PM10
- PM2.5
- Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂)
- Carbon Monoxide (CO)
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(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:
The AQI measures multiple pollutants, including PM10, PM2.5, NO₂, CO, SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide), and O₃ (Ozone).
4. National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Skill Development in Assam
Q7. With reference to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, consider the following statements:
- The policy introduces a four-year undergraduate program with multiple exit options.
- Vocational education and skill training will be integrated from the school level.
- NEP 2020 replaces the University Grants Commission (UGC) with the All India Higher Education Commission (AIHEC).
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
Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statement 1 is correct: NEP 2020 introduces a flexible four-year undergraduate degree.
- Statement 2 is correct: The policy mandates vocational education from Class 6 onwards.
- Statement 3 is incorrect: NEP 2020 proposes replacing UGC and AICTE with the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI), not AIHEC.
Q8. The Skill India Mission, launched to promote vocational training, is implemented by which of the following ministries?
(a) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
(b) Ministry of Education
(c) Ministry of Labour and Employment
(d) Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
Answer: (a) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Explanation:
The Skill India Mission is under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), aiming to enhance technical and vocational training across India.
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