APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –02/06/2026

Q1. With reference to the India–Myanmar border, consider the following statements:

1. Myanmar is India’s only ASEAN neighbour sharing a land border with India.
2. India and Myanmar share both land and maritime boundaries.
3. Assam shares a direct international boundary with Myanmar.

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

Q2. The Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project aims to:

A. Connect India with Nepal through inland waterways
B. Provide an alternative connectivity route to Northeast India through Myanmar
C. Link India with Bangladesh through railways
D. Develop ports in the Andaman Islands

The Kaladan Project connects Kolkata Port with Sittwe Port in Myanmar and then to Mizoram, providing an alternative route to Northeast India.

Q3. The term “Golden Triangle”, frequently seen in security discussions, refers to:

A. India–Myanmar–Bangladesh border region
B. India–Nepal–Bhutan border region
C. Myanmar–Laos–Thailand region
D. South China Sea maritime zone

The Golden Triangle is a region comprising Myanmar, Laos and Thailand, historically known for opium cultivation and narcotics trafficking.

Q4. Which one of the following projects is directly associated with India’s Act East Policy?

A. North-South Transport Corridor
B. Chabahar Port Project
C. India–Myanmar–Thailand Trilateral Highway
D. Sagarmala Programme

The India–Myanmar–Thailand Trilateral Highway is a flagship connectivity project under the Act East Policy.

Q5. Consider the following regarding the Free Movement Regime (FMR):

1. It facilitates movement of border residents across the India–Myanmar border.
2. It was introduced to maintain traditional ethnic and cultural ties.
3. It applies to the India–Bangladesh border.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

FMR applies only along the India–Myanmar border and aims to preserve traditional social and ethnic ties.

Q6. Which among the following best reflects the principle of sustainable urban mobility?

A. Increasing road space exclusively for private vehicles
B. Promoting efficient movement of people rather than vehicles
C. Expanding parking spaces without public transport development
D. Restricting non-motorized transport

The National Urban Transport Policy emphasizes moving people rather than vehicles.

Q7. Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) refers to:

A. Construction of highways through forests
B. Urban development centered around public transport corridors
C. Development of industrial corridors only
D. Building satellite towns away from transport networks

TOD promotes compact, mixed-use development around public transport systems.

Q8. Which of the following is the most likely consequence of large-scale unauthorized roadside parking in urban areas?

1. Reduction in effective road capacity.
2. Increase in fuel consumption.
3. Delay in emergency response services.

Select the correct answer using the code below:

A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Unauthorized roadside parking narrows roads, increases congestion and delays emergency services.

Q9. Which Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) is most directly associated with sustainable urban transport systems?

A. SDG 6
B. SDG 9
C. SDG 11
D. SDG 15

SDG 11 aims at making cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable.

Q10. Consider the following statements regarding Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016:

1. Source segregation of waste is mandatory.
2. The rules were notified under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.
3. Urban Local Bodies have responsibilities regarding waste management.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

All three provisions are core features of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016.

Q11. Which one of the following greenhouse gases is predominantly generated from decomposing organic waste in landfills?

A. Carbon Monoxide
B. Methane
C. Nitrous Oxide
D. Sulphur Dioxide

Organic waste decomposes anaerobically in landfills and produces methane, a potent greenhouse gas.

Q12. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), often seen in waste management regulations, implies that:

A. Municipalities alone are responsible for waste disposal
B. Consumers must pay for recycling all products
C. Producers are responsible for collection and environmentally sound management of post-consumer waste
D. Waste management is outsourced entirely to private agencies

EPR makes producers responsible for managing the lifecycle of their products after consumer use.

Q13. With reference to the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), consider the following statements:

1. Every member state has one vote in the General Assembly.
2. UNGA resolutions are generally legally binding on member states.
3. The President of the General Assembly is elected annually.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Q14. Which one of the following United Nations organs is located at The Hague, Netherlands?

A. Security Council
B. Secretariat
C. Economic and Social Council
D. International Court of Justice

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations and is located at The Hague.

Q15. Consider the following statements:

1. The Presidency of the UN General Assembly rotates among regional groups.
2. The Asia-Pacific Group is one of the recognized regional groups in the UN.
3. The President of the UN General Assembly possesses veto power similar to permanent members of the Security Council.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Statement 3 is incorrect. The UNGA President has no veto power; veto power exists only with the five permanent members of the UNSC.

Statements 1 and 2 are correct.