Practice APSC Current Affairs MCQs for 2 November 2026 on Assam Chief Minister’s Fellow Programme, KBA-Rabi 2026, Exostoma nasibarbatum and Indo-Tibetan Border Police,Chief Minister Fellow Assam, CMF Assam 2026, CMAAA Society, Khet Bachaao Abhiyaan Rabi 2026, Exostoma nasibarbatum Manipur, Chindwin River fish species, ITBP Ministry of Home Affairs, ITBP Indian Army, Northeast current affairs, APSC current affairs MCQ.
Strengthen your APSC CCE Prelims Current Affairs preparation with the Daily Current Affairs Challenge – 2 November 2026.
Today’s set contains 4 exam-oriented MCQs covering Assam Governance, Agriculture, Northeast Biodiversity and Internal Security.
The topics include the Chief Minister’s Fellow Programme of Assam, Khet Bachaao Abhiyaan (KBA)-Rabi 2026, the newly identified fish species Exostoma nasibarbatum, and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).
Question 1 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements about the Chief Minister’s Fellow (CMF) programme launched in Assam:
- It is a two-year fellowship introduced by the Chief Minister’s Atmanirbhar Asom Abhijan (CMAAA) Society.
- Applicants must possess an MBA or a Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Public Policy or Development Studies, with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The fellowship offers a consolidated remuneration of ₹6 lakh per month during the first year.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: A – 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.
The Chief Minister’s Fellow Programme is a two-year fellowship introduced by the CMAAA Society.
The prescribed educational qualifications include an MBA or a relevant Master’s degree, with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the consolidated remuneration mentioned in the source is ₹6 lakh for the first year, not ₹6 lakh every month.
Key Facts for APSC: CMF → Assam → CMAAA Society → Two-year fellowship → MBA/relevant Master’s degree → Minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
The question is particularly relevant for Assam Governance and State Government initiatives, where Prelims questions may test the implementing institution, eligibility criteria, duration and financial provisions of new programmes.
Question 2 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the Khet Bachaao Abhiyaan (KBA)-Rabi 2026:
- It is a nationwide campaign being conducted to promote soil health, balanced fertiliser use and sustainable agriculture.
- The campaign aims to cover 34 States and Union Territories, over 700 districts and 50,000 villages, targeting around 50 lakh farmers.
- The campaign envisages 50,000 field demonstrations and 11,750 structured training sessions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: D – 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: According to the supplied material, all three statements are correct.
KBA-Rabi 2026 runs from 22 October to 30 November 2026.
The campaign targets 34 States and Union Territories, more than 700 districts, 50,000 villages and around 50 lakh farmers.
It also envisages 50,000 field demonstrations and 11,750 structured training sessions.
Key Facts for Prelims: KBA-Rabi 2026 → 34 States/UTs → 700+ districts → 50,000 villages → around 50 lakh farmers → 50,000 demonstrations → 11,750 training sessions.
For examination purposes, such campaigns should be revised through four anchors: objective, geographical coverage, target beneficiaries and implementation mechanism.
Question 3 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the newly identified fish species Exostoma nasibarbatum:
- It was discovered in the Bupal stream, a tributary of the Dujang River within the Chindwin River system of Nagaland.
- Its name refers to the prominent nasal barbel extending beyond the posterior margin of the orbit.
- It is adapted to torrential-water habitats through features such as a strongly depressed head and body and enlarged paired fins with adhesive striae.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: B – 2 and 3 only
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect, while Statements 2 and 3 are correct.
The species was discovered in the Bupal stream in the Chindwin River system of Manipur, not Nagaland.
The species name nasibarbatum refers to its prominent elongated nasal barbel.
Its morphology is adapted to swift and turbulent water currents. Important adaptations include a depressed head and body and enlarged paired fins with adhesive striae.
Key Facts for APSC: Exostoma nasibarbatum → Manipur → Chindwin River system → elongated nasal barbel → adapted to torrential streams.
This is an important Northeast biodiversity topic. For newly discovered species, aspirants should remember the species name, discovery location, river or ecosystem, distinctive physical feature and ecological adaptation.
Question 4 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP):
- The ITBP functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- During war or war-like situations, the ITBP comes under the operational control of the Indian Army.
- The ITBP operates independently of the Indian Army and does not coordinate with it on security matters.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: A – 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.
The ITBP functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) as a border-guarding force.
During war or war-like situations, it comes under the operational control of the Indian Army.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the ITBP and Indian Army operate in close coordination, including on important security matters.
Key Facts for APSC & UPSC: ITBP → Ministry of Home Affairs → Border-guarding force → Operational coordination with Indian Army → Army operational control during war or war-like situations.
For Prelims, aspirants should clearly distinguish between the administrative ministry of a Central Armed Police Force and its operational role during special situations.
Quick Revision – 2 November 2026
The Chief Minister’s Fellow Programme is a two-year Assam government fellowship introduced by the CMAAA Society, with specified postgraduate eligibility requirements.
KBA-Rabi 2026 targets around 50 lakh farmers across 50,000 villages, supported by large-scale field demonstrations and structured training sessions.
The newly identified Exostoma nasibarbatum comes from the Chindwin River system of Manipur and displays specialised adaptations for swift-water habitats.
The ITBP functions administratively under the Ministry of Home Affairs but has an operational relationship with the Indian Army, particularly during war or war-like situations.
Why These Topics Matter for APSC CCE
The 2 November set has a strong combination of Assam-specific governance and Northeast-focused current affairs.
The Chief Minister’s Fellow Programme is directly relevant to Assam government initiatives. KBA-Rabi 2026 connects current affairs with agriculture and sustainable farming. Exostoma nasibarbatum strengthens preparation on Northeast biodiversity and river systems, while the ITBP question connects internal security with India’s border-management architecture.
For effective APSC preparation, do not study current affairs as isolated news items. Connect every topic with its static foundation. For Assam schemes and programmes, revise the implementing agency, beneficiaries, eligibility and duration. For agriculture initiatives, remember coverage and objectives. For new species, link location, habitat and identifying features. For security forces, focus on administrative control, operational responsibility and institutional coordination.
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