APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –05/06/2026

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APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions (Date: 05/06/2026)

Q1. With reference to the Cell Broadcast System (CBS), consider the following statements:

It can send emergency alerts to all mobile phones within a specific geographical area.
It requires the phone numbers of individual recipients.
It can function even during network congestion.

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

Answer: (b) 1 and 3 only

Explanation: CBS sends geo-targeted alerts without requiring individual phone numbers and works even during network congestion.

Q2. The Cell Broadcast System (CBS) has been developed by:

(a) ISRO
(b) NIC
(c) C-DOT
(d) DRDO

Answer: (c) C-DOT

Explanation: The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) developed the indigenous CBS under the Department of Telecommunications.

Q3. Which one of the following correctly describes the major advantage of Cell Broadcast messages over conventional SMS alerts?

(a) They require internet connectivity.
(b) They are delivered only to registered users.
(c) They can reach all devices in a target area simultaneously.
(d) They are limited to smartphones.

Answer: (c) They can reach all devices in a target area simultaneously.

Explanation: CBS is a location-based broadcasting technology that reaches all compatible devices connected to cell towers in the designated area.

Q4. With reference to the North Eastern Council (NEC), consider the following statements:

It was established under an Act of Parliament.
It serves as the apex regional planning body for the North-East.
Sikkim is not a member of the NEC.

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

Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only

Explanation: NEC was established under the North Eastern Council Act, 1971. Sikkim is also a member of NEC.

Q5. The Ministry primarily responsible for coordinating the implementation of the North East Vision Plan 2047 is:

(a) Ministry of Home Affairs
(b) Ministry of Panchayati Raj
(c) Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER)
(d) Ministry of Rural Development

Answer: (c) Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER)

Explanation: DoNER is the nodal ministry for development initiatives and planning in the North-East.

Q6. The significance of the North-East in India’s Act East Policy primarily arises from:

(a) Its mineral reserves.
(b) Its strategic location connecting India with Southeast Asia.
(c) Its large manufacturing base.
(d) Its naval infrastructure.

Answer: (b) Its strategic location connecting India with Southeast Asia.

Explanation: The North-East serves as India’s land gateway to ASEAN and Southeast Asia.

Q7. Consider the following statements regarding Air Quality Index (AQI):

AQI is a composite indicator of air pollution levels.
A lower AQI indicates better air quality.
AQI measures only particulate matter pollution.

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

Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only

Explanation: AQI is based on multiple pollutants including PM₂.₅, PM₁₀, NO₂, SO₂, CO, O₃ etc., not only particulate matter.

Q8. Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) is used as an indicator of:

(a) Soil fertility
(b) Groundwater recharge
(c) Organic pollution in water bodies
(d) Atmospheric pollution

Answer: (c) Organic pollution in water bodies

Explanation: Higher BOD indicates greater organic pollution and oxygen depletion in water.

Q9. Which one of the following is the most likely consequence of high BOD levels in a river?

(a) Increase in dissolved oxygen
(b) Increase in fish diversity
(c) Reduction in dissolved oxygen available for aquatic life
(d) Reduction in organic matter

Answer: (c) Reduction in dissolved oxygen available for aquatic life

Explanation: High BOD means microorganisms consume more oxygen, reducing oxygen available for aquatic organisms.

Q10. The National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) primarily aims at:

(a) Increasing forest cover
(b) Reducing air pollution in Indian cities
(c) Conserving wetlands
(d) Promoting electric vehicles only

Answer: (b) Reducing air pollution in Indian cities

Explanation: NCAP is India’s flagship programme for improving urban air quality.

Q11. Which of the following fishing practices is generally considered illegal and ecologically destructive?

Use of electric current for fishing.
Fishing with poison.
Use of fine-mesh nets that capture juvenile fish.

Select the correct answer using the code below:

(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: All three methods damage fish stocks, aquatic biodiversity and breeding cycles.

Q12. Which of the following best describes the concept of Blue Economy?

(a) Exploitation of marine resources for maximum economic gain
(b) Sustainable use of aquatic resources for economic growth and ecosystem health
(c) Exclusive development of ocean-based industries
(d) Export-oriented fisheries production

Answer: (b) Sustainable use of aquatic resources for economic growth and ecosystem health

Explanation: Blue Economy balances economic development with environmental sustainability.

Q13. Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY):

It aims to enhance fish production and productivity.
It seeks to improve fisheries infrastructure.
It applies only to marine fisheries.

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

Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only

Explanation: PMMSY covers both inland and marine fisheries and focuses on production, infrastructure and fisher welfare.

Q14. Consider the following pairs:

Wetland	State
1. Deepor Beel	Assam
2. Son Beel	Assam
3. Loktak Lake	Manipur

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None

Answer: (c) All three

Explanation: Deepor Beel and Son Beel are important wetlands of Assam, while Loktak Lake is located in Manipur.

Q15. Which one of the following combinations correctly matches the topic with the relevant APSC/UPSC GS Paper?

(a) Cell Broadcast System — GS-I
(b) North East Vision Plan 2047 — GS-IV
(c) Fisheries Resource Management — GS-III
(d) Air Quality Index — GS-II only

Answer: (c) Fisheries Resource Management — GS-III

Explanation: Fisheries, agriculture, food security and resource management fall under GS-III. CBS is mainly GS-III, Vision 2047 relates to GS-II and GS-III, while environmental issues including AQI are primarily GS-III.

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