APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –17/10/2026
In this post
- APSC Prelims MCQs
- Topic 1: Ecology and Wetland Limnology of Deepor Beel
- Topic 2: Act East Policy and Neighborhood Diplomacy: India-Myanmar Quick Impact Projects (QIPs)
- Topic 3: Subordinate Legislation and the Census of India: Amendment to Census Rules, 1990
- Topic 4: RG Baruah: Socio-Cultural Awakening and Modern Institutions of Assam
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 (17-10-2026). These issues are key for both APSC Prelims syllabus, offering insights into the important topics of current affairs.
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From The Assam Tribune, 17 October 2026
Topic 1: Ecology and Wetland Limnology of Deepor Beel
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding Deepor Beel:
- It is the only designated Ramsar site in the state of Assam.
- It is currently listed in the Montreux Record due to severe ecological degradation.
- It is a permanent freshwater lake situated in a former channel of the Brahmaputra River.
How many of the above statements are correct?
- (a) Only one
- (b) Only two
- (c) All three
- (d) None
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Answer: (b) Only two Explanation: Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Deepor Beel is officially the State’s lone Ramsar site. Statement 2 is incorrect; while it faces ecological challenges, it is not currently on the Montreux Record (in India, only Keoladeo National Park and Loktak Lake are on the record).
Q2. The terms “Najas indica” and “Hydrilla verticillata”, sometimes mentioned in the news, are best described as:
- (a) Migratory avian species found in Northeast India
- (b) Detritivorous fish species endemic to the Brahmaputra basin
- (c) Submerged aquatic macrophytes whose decomposition affects wetland ecology
- (d) Invasive toxic weeds introduced from South America
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Answer: (c) Explanation: Najas indica and Hydrilla verticillata are submerged aquatic vegetation (macrophytes) found abundantly in wetlands like Deepor Beel; their post-monsoon decay produces debris and highly alkaline seeds that can be fatal to certain fish species.
Q3. With reference to the ecological phenomenon of post-monsoon fish mortality in freshwater wetlands, consider the following statements:
- The sudden decomposition of aquatic vegetation leads to a sharp increase in the Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) of the waterbody.
- Detritivorous fish gorge heavily on decaying alkaline plant debris, which can lead to stomach swelling and death.
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
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Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2 Explanation: Both statements are correct. Natural post-monsoon biological cycles involve macrophyte decay which spikes BOD, and produces debris that is fatal to detritivores (like rou and bhakua) upon excessive consumption.
Q4. Consider the following statements regarding the regulatory framework for wetlands in India:
- The declaration of Eco-Sensitive Zones (ESZ) around protected wetlands is mandated by the Wetlands (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017.
- Under the Constitution of India, protecting lakes and wildlife is categorized under both the Directive Principles of State Policy and Fundamental Duties.
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
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Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect; ESZs are notified under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, not the Wetland Rules of 2017. Statement 2 is correct; Article 48A (DPSP) and Article 51A(g) (Fundamental Duties) both mandate the protection of the environment, lakes, and wildlife.
Topic 2: Act East Policy and Neighborhood Diplomacy: India-Myanmar Quick Impact Projects (QIPs)
Q5. Consider the following countries:
- Thailand
- Bangladesh
- Myanmar
- China
- Vietnam
How many of the above are member countries of the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation (MGC)?
- (a) Only two
- (b) Only three
- (c) Only four
- (d) All five
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Answer: (b) Only three
Explanation: The MGC has six members: India, Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. Bangladesh and China are not members.
Q6. With reference to India’s ‘Quick Impact Projects’ (QIPs) in its neighborhood, which of the following statements is the most appropriate description?
- (a) They are large-scale, multi-billion dollar strategic infrastructure projects aimed at countering the Belt and Road Initiative.
- (b) They are short-gestation, high-visibility community level projects designed to deliver immediate socio-economic benefits.
- (c) They are exclusively military capacity-building exercises conducted with ASEAN nations.
- (d) They are direct cash-transfer mechanisms to stabilize the foreign exchange reserves of neighboring countries.
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Answer: (b) Explanation: QIPs are launched by the Indian government to deliver short-gestation, high-visibility development outcomes across various countries, bypassing long bureaucratic delays to immediately benefit local communities in sectors like WASH, sports, and infrastructure.
Q7. Consider the following pairs of international connectivity initiatives and their primary characteristics:
- Kaladan Multi-Modal Project: Connects Kolkata seaport to Sittwe seaport in Myanmar.
- Trilateral Highway: Connects Moreh in India to Mae Sot in Thailand.
- Mekong-Ganga Cooperation: Bridges the Brahmaputra and Irrawaddy river basins.
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
- (a) Only one
- (b) Only two
- (c) All three
- (d) None
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Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation: Pairs 1 and 2 are correctly matched. Pair 3 is incorrect because the MGC initiative focuses on cooperation between the Ganga and Mekong river basins, not the Brahmaputra and Irrawaddy.
Q8. Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India provides the philosophical and legal backing for India’s “Neighborhood First” and “Act East” policies?
- (a) Article 44
- (b) Article 49
- (c) Article 50
- (d) Article 51
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Answer: (d)
Explanation: Article 51 (Directive Principles of State Policy) directs the State to promote international peace and security and maintain just and honorable relations between nations, acting as the constitutional bedrock for India’s diplomatic policies.
Topic 3: Subordinate Legislation and the Census of India: Amendment to Census Rules, 1990
Q9. Consider the following statements regarding the decennial Census of India:
- The subject of “Census” is listed under the Concurrent List of the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution.
- The Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India (ORGI) functions under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
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
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Answer: (d) Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation: Both statements are incorrect. “Census” falls strictly under the Union List (Entry 69). The ORGI functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), not MoSPI.
Q10. In the context of Indian polity, the recent amendment to the Census Rules, 1990 by the executive to include private school teachers as enumerators is an example of:
- (a) Constitutional Amendment
- (b) Delegated (Subordinate) Legislation
- (c) Judicial Promulgation
- (d) Ordinance making power of the President
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Answer: (b) Explanation: It is an example of delegated or subordinate legislation. The executive modifies the Census Rules, 1990 to effectively implement or clarify the operational ambiguities of the parent statute (the Census Act, 1948).
Q11. According to the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009, a teacher cannot be deployed for non-educational purposes EXCEPT for:
- Decennial population census
- Disaster relief duties
- Anti-polio vaccination drives
- Duties relating to elections to the local authority or State Legislatures
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
- (a) 1, 2 and 3 only
- (b) 1, 2 and 4 only
- (c) 1, 3 and 4 only
- (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Answer: (b)
Explanation: Section 27 of the RTE Act strictly prohibits the deployment of teachers for non-educational purposes except for the decennial population census, disaster relief duties, and election duties. It does not exempt vaccination drives.
Q12. Consider the following statements regarding the Census Act, 1948 and its recent developments:
- Section 4A of the Census Act, 1948 explicitly mandated the deployment of both public and private unaided school staff for census duties since its inception.
- Recent amendments to the Census Rules empower state governments to requisition staff from aided or unaided private bodies as enumerators.
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
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Answer: (b) 2 only Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect; Section 4A of the parent Act historically only mentioned “local authority,” leading High Courts to rule that private unaided schools did not fall within that definition. Statement 2 is correct; the 1990 Rules amendment explicitly bridges this gap to include private bodies and trusts.
Topic 4: RG Baruah: Socio-Cultural Awakening and Modern Institutions of Assam
Q13. Consider the following statements regarding the history of journalism in Assam:
- The Assam Tribune, a foundational institution of regional journalism, was established post-independence in 1955.
- RG Baruah introduced modern rotary printing and Linotype machines to the newspaper industry in Assam.
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
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Answer: (b) 2 only Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect; The Assam Tribune was founded well before independence on August 4, 1939. Statement 2 is correct, as RG Baruah revolutionized the regional press by bringing in modern technologies like Linotype and Monotype machines.
Q14. In the context of India’s freedom struggle and Northeast India, ‘The Assam Tribune’ under RG Baruah played a historic role in strongly opposing which of the following proposals?
- (a) The August Offer of 1940
- (b) The Cripps Mission’s Dominion Status proposal
- (c) The Cabinet Mission’s Grouping Plan of 1946
- (d) The Mountbatten Plan’s boundary commission
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Answer: (c) Explanation: The newspaper and its leadership played a critical intellectual role in opposing the Cabinet Mission’s Grouping proposal (1946), which threatened to merge Assam with Bengal, a contribution acknowledged for helping save the Northeast from being separated.
Q15. Consider the following statements regarding the socio-cultural evolution of Assam under the leadership of RG Baruah:
- He pioneered the transition of the Rongali Bihu festival from open agricultural fields to organized urban cultural stages.
- He served as the first Mayor of the Guwahati Municipal Corporation.
- He strongly opposed the participation of women in public theatre to preserve orthodox Assamese culture.
How many of the above statements are correct?
- (a) Only one
- (b) Only two
- (c) All three
- (d) None
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Answer: (b) Only two Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect; he forcefully advocated for mixed-gender acting in Dibrugarh, breaking orthodox norms and championing progressive social and cultural reform.
Q16. With reference to the institutional development of modern Assam, who among the following is historically credited with founding the Assam Olympic Sports Association and the Assam Flying Club?
- (a) Tarun Ram Phukan
- (b) Gopinath Bordoloi
- (c) Radha Govinda Baruah
- (d) Lakshminath Bezbaroa
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Answer: (c) Explanation: Radha Govinda Baruah (Singhapurush) was an apex institution-builder who founded the Assam Flying Club, established the Rifle Shooting Club, promoted the Assam Olympic Sports Association, and pioneered sports infrastructure in the state.
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