Assam state GK MCQ

21. Which organization oversees power generation and transmission in Assam?

Assam Power Generation Corporation Limited (APGCL)
Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL)
Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL)
North Eastern Electric Power Corporation (NEEPCO)

Detailed SolutionWhich organization oversees power generation and transmission in Assam?

22. Excessive silt carried by Assam’s rivers leads to a problem of:

Water scarcity
Groundwater contamination
Braiding and shifting courses
Lack of aquatic life

Detailed SolutionExcessive silt carried by Assam’s rivers leads to a problem of:

23. The primary source of irrigation in Assam is:

Rivers
Canals
Groundwater
Rainwater harvesting

Detailed SolutionThe primary source of irrigation in Assam is:

24. Livestock provides a source of livelihood in Assam through the sale of:

Milk
Meat
Eggs
All of the above

Detailed SolutionLivestock provides a source of livelihood in Assam through the sale of:

25. While the Revolt of 1857 had major centers elsewhere, its impact on Assam was:

Non-existent
Very limited
Surprisingly widespread
Strong but delayed

Detailed SolutionWhile the Revolt of 1857 had major centers elsewhere, its impact on Assam was:

26. Which livestock product from Assam has the potential for export?

Eggs
Yak wool
Pork
Feathers

Detailed SolutionWhich livestock product from Assam has the potential for export?

27. Out-migration from Assam to other states in India is driven by a search for:

Better employment opportunities
Higher education
Improved living standards
All of the above

Detailed SolutionOut-migration from Assam to other states in India is driven by a search for:

28. Which organization is responsible for disaster preparedness and response in Assam?

National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA)
Indian Meteorological Department (IM
d) Ministry of Home Affairs

Detailed SolutionWhich organization is responsible for disaster preparedness and response in Assam?

29. The importance of skill development programs lies in:

Creating a skilled workforce for industries
Enhancing employability
Promoting self-employment
All of the above

Detailed SolutionThe importance of skill development programs lies in:

30. Fisheries contribute significantly to Assam’s economy, primarily focused on:

Freshwater fish
Saltwater fish
Ornamental fish
Shrimp farming

Detailed SolutionFisheries contribute significantly to Assam’s economy, primarily focused on:

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