APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –27/07/2026

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 (27-07-2026). 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: 27/07/2026)

Q1. With reference to the International Solar Alliance (ISA), consider the following statements:

It was jointly launched by India and France during COP21 held in Paris.
Its objective is to promote solar energy deployment among sunshine-rich countries.
Its headquarters is located in New Delhi.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

Answer: A

Explanation: ISA was launched by India and France during COP21 (2015). Its headquarters is at Gurugram, Haryana, not New Delhi.

Q2. Which one of the following schemes primarily aims to promote rooftop solar installations in households through financial assistance?

A. PM-KUSUM
B. PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
C. National Bioenergy Programme
D. National Green Hydrogen Mission

Answer: B

Explanation: PM Surya Ghar aims to encourage rooftop solar adoption in residential households through subsidies.

Q3. Consider the following statements regarding the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO):

It mandates electricity distribution companies to procure a specified share of electricity from renewable sources.
It is intended to increase the share of renewable energy in the electricity mix.
It applies only to private electricity distribution companies.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

Answer: A

Explanation: RPO applies to obligated entities, not only private companies.

Q4. With reference to the proposed Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026, consider the following statements:

It proposes establishment of fast-track courts for paper leak cases.
It mandates completion of investigations within two months.
It proposes imprisonment up to ten years for serious offences related to paper leaks.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

Answer: D

Explanation: The proposed amendment provides for fast-track courts, time-bound investigations and enhanced punishments.

Q5. The recently constituted high-powered task force on examination reforms is headed by:

A. Nandan Nilekani
B. S. Somanath
C. Amitabh Kant
D. Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Answer: A

Explanation: The Government has constituted the task force under Nandan Nilekani to recommend comprehensive examination reforms.

Q6. Which of the following technologies is considered most suitable for creating tamper-resistant digital records in examination systems?

A. Artificial Intelligence
B. Blockchain
C. Quantum Computing
D. Cloud Computing

Answer: B

Explanation: Blockchain provides immutable and tamper-resistant records using cryptographic chaining.

Q7. With reference to the Vibrant Villages Programme (VVP), consider the following statements:

It was launched in 2023.
It is implemented by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
It primarily focuses on villages along India’s northern land borders.

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

Explanation: The programme was launched in 2023 under the Ministry of Home Affairs for comprehensive development of northern border villages.

Q8. Which one of the following best describes the central objective of the Vibrant Villages Programme?

A. Expansion of military cantonments in border areas
B. Promotion of urbanisation in Himalayan regions
C. Comprehensive socio-economic development of strategically important border villages
D. Exclusive promotion of border tourism

Answer: C

Explanation: The programme integrates infrastructure, livelihoods, connectivity and social development in border villages.

Q9. Which of the following initiatives are directly associated with improving border infrastructure?

Border Area Development Programme (BADP)
PM Gati Shakti
Bharatmala Pariyojana

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

Answer: D

Explanation: All three initiatives contribute to strengthening connectivity and infrastructure, including strategic border areas.

Q10. With reference to the Kargil War (1999), consider the following statements:

Operation Vijay was launched by the Indian Army.
Operation Safed Sagar was conducted by the Indian Air Force.
The conflict was fought across the International Border in Punjab.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

Answer: A

Explanation: The conflict occurred in the Kargil sector along the Line of Control in Ladakh, not across the International Border in Punjab.

Q11. The Kargil Review Committee, constituted after the 1999 conflict, was chaired by:

A. Naresh Chandra
B. K. Subrahmanyam
C. N. N. Vohra
D. Shivshankar Menon

Answer: B

Explanation: K. Subrahmanyam chaired the Kargil Review Committee, whose recommendations shaped major defence reforms.

Q12. Consider the following statements:

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) was created to promote greater jointness among the Armed Forces.
The Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) was established following recommendations arising from the Kargil Review process.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Explanation: Both reforms are outcomes of India’s post-Kargil defence modernisation efforts.

Q13. Consider the following pairs:

Programme	Primary Objective
1. PM-KUSUM	Solarisation of agriculture
2. BharatNet	Rural broadband connectivity
3. PM Surya Ghar	Green hydrogen production

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

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

Answer: A

Explanation: PM Surya Ghar promotes rooftop solar, while green hydrogen is promoted under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.

Q14. Consider the following:

Cyber attacks
Drone intrusions
Disinformation campaigns
Cross-border terrorism

Which of the above are recognised as contemporary challenges to India’s national security?

A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B. 2 and 4 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer: D

Explanation: India’s security paradigm now encompasses conventional, cyber, informational and hybrid threats.

Q15. Which one of the following best reflects the common objective underlying the Renewable Energy Transition, Vibrant Villages Programme, and Public Examination Reforms?

A. Expansion of direct tax revenues
B. Promotion of cooperative federalism through constitutional amendments
C. Strengthening governance through sustainability, transparency and inclusive development
D. Privatisation of public institutions

Answer: C

Explanation: Though they belong to different sectors, all three initiatives aim to improve governance by promoting sustainable development, institutional transparency, accountability and inclusive growth—an integrated governance approach often tested in UPSC and APSC prelims.

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