APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –07/07/2026

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 (07-07-2026). 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: 07/07/2026)

Q1. With reference to Manas National Park, consider the following statements:

It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It is both a Tiger Reserve and an Elephant Reserve.
It shares an international boundary with Bangladesh.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 1 and 2 only

C. 2 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Explanation: Manas is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and both a Tiger Reserve and an Elephant Reserve. It shares its international boundary with Bhutan, not Bangladesh.

Q2. Which one of the following species is most dependent on tall alluvial grasslands for its survival?

A. Nilgai

B. Pygmy Hog

C. Sloth Bear

D. Blackbuck

Answer: B

Explanation: The Pygmy Hog (Porcula salvania) is a Critically Endangered species that depends almost entirely on tall wet grasslands.

Q3. The decline of grasslands in Manas National Park has been attributed to which of the following?

Construction of dams upstream.
Spread of invasive alien plant species.
Changes in natural river flow.
Increased volcanic activity.

Select the correct answer using the code below.

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 4 only

C. 1, 2 and 3 only

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: C

Explanation: Dams, altered river hydrology and invasive species are major causes. Volcanic activity has no relevance.

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding crimes against women in India:

Article 15(3) of the Constitution permits the State to make special provisions for women.
The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act provides only criminal remedies.
One Stop Centres are supported under Mission Shakti.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 3 only

B. 2 only

C. 1 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A

Explanation: Statement 2 is incorrect because the Domestic Violence Act primarily provides civil remedies along with protection mechanisms.

Q5. Which of the following constitutional provisions are directly associated with women’s welfare?

Article 15(3)
Article 39(d)
Article 42
Article 51A(e)

Select the correct answer using the code below.

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2, 3 and 4 only

C. 1, 2, 3 and 4

D. 1, 3 and 4 only

Answer: C

Explanation: All four provisions promote gender equality, equal wages, maternity relief and dignity of women.

Q6. With reference to India–Japan relations, consider the following statements:

Japan is among the largest providers of Official Development Assistance (ODA) to India.
India and Japan describe their bilateral ties as a “Special Strategic and Global Partnership”.
Japan is a member of ASEAN.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 1 and 2 only

C. 2 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Explanation: Japan is not a member of ASEAN, though it closely cooperates with ASEAN countries.

Q7. Rare Earth Elements (REEs) are strategically important because they are widely used in:

Electric Vehicles
Wind Turbines
Precision-guided missiles
Consumer electronics

Select the correct answer using the code below.

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 4 only

C. 1, 2 and 3 only

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: D

Explanation: REEs are essential for high-tech manufacturing, renewable energy, defence systems and electronics.

Q8. Which one of the following organisations is primarily responsible for implementing Japan’s Official Development Assistance (ODA) projects?

A. JETRO

B. JICA

C. ADB

D. OECD

Answer: B

Explanation: The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) implements most of Japan’s ODA projects.

Q9. Which of the following best explains the rationale behind India’s Act East Policy?

A. To reduce dependence on maritime trade.

B. To deepen strategic and economic engagement with Southeast and East Asia.

C. To establish military alliances with ASEAN countries.

D. To replace the Neighbourhood First Policy.

Answer: B

Explanation: The Act East Policy aims to strengthen economic, strategic and connectivity relations with Southeast and East Asia.

Q10. Which of the following are ecological functions of natural floodplains?

Recharge groundwater.
Store excess floodwater.
Support biodiversity.
Reduce river sedimentation completely.

Select the correct answer using the code below.

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 1, 2 and 3 only

C. 2, 3 and 4 only

D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: B

Explanation: Floodplains recharge groundwater, store floodwater and support biodiversity. They do not eliminate sedimentation completely.

Q11. Which one of the following is the most appropriate description of an Integrated Flood Management (IFM) approach?

A. Exclusive reliance on large dams for flood control.

B. Construction of embankments across all rivers.

C. Combining structural and non-structural measures while preserving river ecology.

D. Annual dredging of all rivers irrespective of need.

Answer: C

Explanation: IFM integrates engineering, ecosystem conservation, land-use planning and community preparedness.

Q12. Deepor Beel, frequently mentioned in the context of Assam, is important because it is:

A. A Biosphere Reserve

B. A Ramsar Site

C. A Tiger Reserve

D. A National Park

Answer: B

Explanation: Deepor Beel is Assam’s important Ramsar Wetland near Guwahati.

Q13. Which one of the following combinations is correctly matched?

Species	IUCN Status
A. Bengal Florican — Vulnerable

B. Pygmy Hog — Critically Endangered

C. Wild Water Buffalo — Near Threatened

D. Hispid Hare — Least Concern

Answer: B

Explanation: Pygmy Hog is Critically Endangered. Bengal Florican is also Critically Endangered, Wild Water Buffalo is Endangered and Hispid Hare is Endangered.

Q14. With reference to nature-based solutions for flood management, consider the following statements:

Wetland restoration can reduce flood peaks.
Floodplain zoning helps minimise disaster risk.
Afforestation in upper catchments can moderate runoff.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 1 and 2 only

C. 2 and 3 only

D. 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D

Explanation: All three are internationally recognised nature-based flood management measures.

Q15. Consider the following pairs:

Initiative	Primary Objective

Act East Policy — Strengthening engagement with Southeast Asia
Mission Shakti — Women’s safety and empowerment
Project Tiger — Conservation of grassland ecosystems
JICA — Development cooperation through Official Development Assistance

How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?

A. Only one

B. Only two

C. Only three

D. All four

Answer: C

Explanation: Pairs 1, 2 and 4 are correctly matched. Project Tiger focuses on tiger conservation and associated habitats, not exclusively on grassland ecosystems.

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