APSC MCQs / APSC Prelims Practice Questions based on Assam Tribune (Daily) –30/05/2026
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From The Assam Tribune, 30 May 2026
Q1. With reference to the Assam Accord (1985), consider the following statements:
- It fixed 24 March 1971 as the cut-off date for detection and deportation of illegal migrants in Assam.
- It was signed between the Government of India and AASU/AAGSP representatives.
- It was signed after the implementation of NRC in Assam.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
- Statements 1 and 2 are correct.
- NRC was updated much later; therefore Statement 3 is incorrect.
Q2. Which of the following Acts empowers the Government of India to detect, detain and deport illegal foreigners?
A. Citizenship Act, 1955
B. Foreigners Act, 1946
C. Passport (Entry into India) Act, 1920
D. Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969
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Answer: B. Foreigners Act, 1946
Explanation:
The Foreigners Act, 1946 gives the government powers regarding identification and deportation of illegal foreigners.
Q3. The recently constituted High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes is primarily concerned with:
A. Census reforms
B. Population control measures
C. Demographic changes arising from illegal immigration and abnormal settlement patterns
D. Electoral delimitation
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Answer: C. Demographic changes arising from illegal immigration and abnormal settlement patterns
Explanation:
The committee aims to scientifically study demographic changes caused by illegal immigration and irregular population movements.
Q4. Which Article of the Constitution gives Parliament the power to alter state boundaries?
A. Article 1
B. Article 2
C. Article 3
D. Article 4
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Answer: C. Article 3
Explanation:
Article 3 empowers Parliament to create new states and alter existing state boundaries.
Q5. Meghalaya became a full-fledged state in:
A. 1969
B. 1970
C. 1971
D. 1972
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Answer: D. 1972
Explanation:
Meghalaya attained full statehood on 21 January 1972 under the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971.
Q6. Consider the following pairs:
| Disputed Area | States Involved |
| Langpih | Assam–Meghalaya |
| Belagavi | Maharashtra–Karnataka |
| Kotia Villages | Odisha–Andhra Pradesh |
How many pairs are correctly matched?
A. One only
B. Two only
C. Three
D. None
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Answer: C. Three
Explanation:
All three are well-known interstate boundary disputes in India.
Q7. With reference to the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, consider the following statements:
- The nodal ministry is the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.
- The Act recognizes both individual and community forest rights.
- Gram Sabha plays a central role in recognizing rights.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
Explanation:
All three provisions are fundamental features of FRA, 2006.
Q8. Under the Forest Rights Act, Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (OTFDs) must establish residence in forest areas for at least:
A. 25 years
B. 50 years
C. 75 years
D. 100 years
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Answer: C. 75 years
Explanation:
OTFDs must prove residence for three generations (75 years) before 13 December 2005.
Q9. Which one of the following is NOT a right recognized under the Forest Rights Act, 2006?
A. Community Forest Resource Rights
B. Habitat Rights
C. Minor Forest Produce Rights
D. Mining Lease Rights
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Answer: D. Mining Lease Rights
Explanation:
The FRA does not provide mining lease rights.
Q10. Bamboo, honey, lac and medicinal plants are categorized under:
A. Timber Produce
B. Reserved Forest Produce
C. Minor Forest Produce
D. Industrial Forest Products
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Answer: C. Minor Forest Produce
Explanation:
The FRA recognizes ownership and disposal rights over Minor Forest Produce (MFP).
Q11. Which authority is primarily responsible for flood forecasting in India?
A. IMD
B. NDMA
C. Central Water Commission
D. National Water Development Agency
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Answer: C. Central Water Commission
Explanation:
The Central Water Commission (CWC) is India’s nodal agency for flood forecasting.
Q12. The Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA) was established under:
A. Environment Protection Act, 1986
B. Disaster Management Act, 2005
C. Water Act, 1974
D. National Water Policy, 2012
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Answer: B. Disaster Management Act, 2005
Explanation:
The Disaster Management Act, 2005 created NDMA, SDMAs and DDMAs.
Q13. Which of the following are major tributaries of the Brahmaputra in Assam?
- Subansiri
- Jia Bharali
- Manas
- Kopili
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
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Answer: D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation:
All are important tributaries of the Brahmaputra.
Q14. The Sendai Framework (2015–2030) is related to:
A. Climate Finance
B. Disaster Risk Reduction
C. Sustainable Agriculture
D. Wetland Conservation
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Answer: B. Disaster Risk Reduction
Explanation:
The Sendai Framework is the global framework for disaster risk reduction adopted in 2015.
Q15. Consider the following statements:
- Community Forest Resource (CFR) rights under FRA empower communities to protect and manage forests.
- Flood drills are conducted to test preparedness and emergency response mechanisms.
- The Assam–Meghalaya boundary dispute has already been completely resolved.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: A. 1 and 2 only
Explanation:
The Assam–Meghalaya dispute is only partially resolved; six areas remain under negotiation.
Statements 1 and 2 are correct.
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