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APSC Mains 2022 General Studies (GS-5) Paper V (Assam Paper)

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APSC Mains 2022 General Studies (GS-5) Paper-5

General Studies-V (History, Culture, Geography, Polity, Economic Development, Bio-diversity, Environment of Assam)

 
 
 
Full Marks: 250                                                                                                        Time: 3 hours
 
 
Q1. Discuss the role, function and composition of the State Innovation and Transformation Aayog (SITA). (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q2. What do you mean by ex situ and in situ conservation? Give examples. Which conservation initiative is more important according to you? Justify. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q3. Which parameters contribute towards determining Water Quality Index (WQI)? What could be the reason for poor WQI in some rivers in Assam? (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q4. What is urban sprawl and what factors promote urban sprawl? What are environmental and socio-economic impacts of urban sprawl? Discuss citing an example of a city near you. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q5. On 13th December, 2022, the Assamese ‘Gamocha’ received the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag from the GI Registry. Examine the significance of the GI Tag for the Assamese ‘Gamocha’. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q6. Do you agree with the view that fate of Assam economy is determined by its rural sector? Justify your answer. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q7. “The story of Assam agriculture is a story of untapped potential.” Elucidate. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q8. In line with Bharat Mala of the Government of India, the Assam Government has taken up a project called Assam Mala. Discuss the role and outcome of the project in the development scenario of the State. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q9. Who was King Prithu? Explain the significance of his reign in the early medieval period of Assam history. (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q10. A paradigm shift in public administration in Assam is on the anvil with the district positioned as the fulcrum of administration. Unlike the conventional way of functioning, what would be the changed role of the Deputy Commissioner in the new system? (Answer in 150 words) 10

Q11. Discuss the link between Assam Budget (2023-24) and 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q12. What are the economic benefits of biodiversity? How can biodiversity conservation promote economic activities in a locality? (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q13. What is Mission Life? How, through this mission, is it planned to address the climate change impacts? Briefly describe about four life actions you may take up to reduce your carbon footprint. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q14. What are ‘Panchamrit Strategies’ declared by India to climate change? What strategy our State should adopt to contribute towards achieving our country’s target of 500 GWof non-fossil fuel based energy capacity by 2030? (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q15. What do you mean by vulnerability and resilience? Assam is among the top climate change vulnerable States in India. What could be the factors for high vulnerabilities in Assam? What measures are required to be taken up to build climate resilience to minimize climate change vulnerabilities? (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q16. Discuss the outcome of the G-20 sessions in Assam as an opportunity to showcase .the tourism and cultural heritage of Assam and also to highlight the trade and investment potential before the international community. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q17. The Disaster Management Act, 2005 envisages a paradigm shift from a response and relief centric approach to a proactive and comprehensive approach covering all aspects of prevention, mitigation and preparedness in disaster management. In this regard, do you think Assam has been able to shift its focus as envisaged in the Act? Discuss. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q18. Discuss the role of Maniram Dewan as an administrator, entrepreneur and patriot in the 19th century Assam. (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q19. How will the Sittwe Port at Myanmar built with grant assistance from India as part of the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project (KMTTP) contribute to the multilateral economic ties between India, its North-East in particular, and its South-East Asian neighbours? (Answer in 250 words) 15

Q20. “Naamghar is a community centre for holistic human capacity development.”
What steps should be taken to strengthen its role to resolve the socio-economic issues in present-day Assam? Discuss. (Answer in 250 words) 15

APSC Mains General Studies V (GS5) Paper Previous Questions from History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment of Assam sections

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APSC Mains General Studies V (GS5) Paper Previous Questions from History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Environment of Assam sections

 

APSC Mains 2018 Questions

Q1 (c) Discuss the composition and important features of Panchyati Raj system in Assam under the 73rd Amendment Act of the Constitution. What is the position of women under this Act?  10+6=16

Question from our APSC Mains General Studies (GS) Test Series Test 1: Q1(ii) & Q3(ii) (16 Marks)

Q4 (xxvii) What does the Clause 6 of the Assam Accord deal with?   2

Q2 (h) Where are the bell-metal industries in Assam located? What are the problems faced by the industry in the State? 4+4=8

Q3 (g) What are the problems and prospects of tourism industry of Assam? 5

Q1 (k) Discuss how water harvesting system can be made effective to address the problem of depleting groundwater resources in urban areas.  16Q2 (d) What is an agro-climatic zone? Describe the agro-climatic zones of Assam. 2+6=8

Q1 (h) In the context of poor quality of human life in India, discuss the objectives and strategy of the Smart City Programme.  16Q1 (o) Discuss the features of Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2016. Write about the concerns of the people of Assam over the said Bill.  8+8=16

Q4 (xxiii) Write the name of the editors of daily newspapers, The Assam Tribune and the Dainik Asam.  2

Q3 (c) Give a brief description of the social life of Rabha Tribe of Assam. 5

Q4 (xxi) In which year was the first Assamese newspaper Arunodoi published? Who was the editor of the first edition?  2

 

APSC Mains 2016 Questions

Write the influence of climate on the economy of the population of Assam 5

Mention two threats faced by the small tea growers of Assam 2

Mention two commercial crops of Assam other than tea 2

Assam is not only rich in natural resources but also in cultural life and socioeconic setup which are prevalent among the different ethnic groups. Examine it with reference to the various ethnic groups of the State 16

Name the countries having international boundary with the state of North-East India 2
Give two reasons why Assam is lagging behind in blue revolution in spite of having innumerable wetlands 2
How has climate change affected the production of tea in Assam 2
Name the tropical rain forest of Assam and state its characteristics 2
What is the decadal growth of population in Assam during the decade 2001-2011 2
What to the letters CTC stand for when used in relation to tea 2
Name the bird sanctuary of Assam and in which district it is located 2

Mention varous skill development projects undertaken by the Govt of Assam. Do you think that Skill Development Mission 2022 will cover all the targeted individuals ( especially abled persons) to be trained? Comment. 16

Discuss the recent population policy framed by Assam Govt. Is it helpful for the development of the State? Give reasons. 8

Short note on ‘Gamosa’ and it’s significance in Assamese society. 8

Write about the significance of ‘Japi’ in Assamese society. 5

Write briefly about the position of women in medieval Assamese society. 5

 

APSC Mains 2015 Questions

Objectives of 12th Five Year Plan of Assam? Discuss progress of the plan over first three years 16

Discuss the Structure and functioning of rural banking in Assam. How can SHG fill the need of microfinance at grassroot level in rural areas 16

Brief about decentralised planning in Assam and it’s advantages? 8

Main features of Rooftop Solar Program ? highlight chances of it’s success/failure in context of Assam? 8

name tow head under revenue receipts of Assam Govt 2

two projects implemented under NEC in Assam 2

Two main cash crops of Assam? 2

IMR and MMR in Assam 2

Distinguish b/w wasteland and wetland? Measures by Central and state govt to preserve wetlands in Assam 16

Discuss circumstances leading to estd of Bodoland Territorial Council. Implication of setting up such council for other ethnic communities of Assam? 8

Literacy rate & density of Assam, as per Census 2011 2

Main recommendation of Cabinet Mission Plan? Describe Assam’s fight against grouping system 16

Discuss status and role of ‘Namghar’ in social and cultural life of Assam 8

When province of Eastern Bengal and Assam created? Capital? 2

 

APSC Mains 2014 Questions

Functions of North East Council NEC 5

problems of dev of tourism industry in North East India? 8

circumstances leading to Treaty of Yandabo? Why  it’s a major landmark in Assam history? 16

brief account of ‘Namghar’ and ‘Manikut’ of Assamese society 8

 Effect of british rule in Assam 5

 

APSC Mains 2002 Questions

NABARD and it’s activities in Assam 3

Population growth of Assam 1991-2001 2

Essay on main ethnic groups in Assam 10

Status of satryia dance 2

Karbi-Langpi Hydel project 2

Namari Wildlife Sanctuary 2

 

APSC Mains 1999 Questions

Facts 8th Plan & 9th Plan, Approved outley for Assam’s annual plan for 1999-2000 5

Inspite of fertile soil and monsoon climate, Assam Agri not developed- Elicidate, Examine the agri situation of Assam & suggest measures 7

Immigration in Assam – effects – Examine 8

Famous Assam literary person – contribution 5

Salient features of Assam Accord? What extent are these implemented 7

Political awareness in Assam from 1826 to 1857 3