APPSC (AR) 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

APPSC (AR) 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 117 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

1. Q1 · Article 371H

   Article 371H of the Indian Constitution was inserted through which Constitutional Amendment Act?

   • A. 53rd Amendment Act, 1984
   • B. 55th Amendment Act, 1986
   • C. 56th Amendment Act, 1987
   • D. 52nd Amendment Act, 1985
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Article 371H was inserted by the Constitution (Fifty-fifth Amendment) Act, 1986, which came into effect on 20 February 1987, the same day Arunachal Pradesh attained full statehood.

2. Q2 · Nyishi Tribe

   Which of the following is the largest tribal group in Arunachal Pradesh?

   • A. Monpa
   • B. Apatani
   • C. Nyishi
   • D. Adi
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Nyishi tribe is the largest ethnic group in Arunachal Pradesh, primarily inhabiting the foothills and plains of the state. They are known for their traditional headgear adorned with hornbill beaks.

3. Q3 · Tibetan Buddhism and Tawang

   The Tawang Monastery, also known as Galden Namgyal Lhatse, belongs to which school of Tibetan Buddhism?

   • A. Nyingma
   • B. Kagyu
   • C. Sakya
   • D. Gelug
   Answer and solution

   Answer: D

   Tawang Monastery belongs to the Gelug school (also known as Yellow Hat) of Mahayana Buddhism. It was founded in 1680-1681 by Merak Lama Lodre Gyatso in accordance with the wishes of the 5th Dalai Lama.

4. Q4 · Apatani Tribe

   The Apatani tribe, known for their unique paddy-cum-fish cultivation system, primarily inhabit which valley of Arunachal Pradesh?

   • A. Mechuka Valley
   • B. Ziro Valley
   • C. Tawang Valley
   • D. Sangti Valley
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The Apatani tribe lives in the Ziro Valley in Lower Subansiri district. They are renowned for their unique wet rice-cum-fish cultivation system, a sustainable farming method recognized by UNESCO.

5. Q5 · Constitution of India

   Under Article 371H, the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh has special responsibility with respect to which matter?

   • A. Economic development
   • B. Education and healthcare
   • C. Law and order
   • D. Land reforms
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Under Article 371H, the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh has special responsibility with respect to law and order. The Governor exercises individual judgment after consulting the Council of Ministers, and the decision is final.

6. Q6 · Tribal Festivals

   The 'Nyokum Yullo' festival is celebrated by which major tribe of Arunachal Pradesh?

   • A. Monpa
   • B. Apatani
   • C. Nyishi
   • D. Wancho
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Nyokum Yullo is one of the major festivals of the Nyishi tribe. It is a nature-worship festival where the tribe seeks harmony and prosperity, celebrated with colorful traditional dances.

7. Q7 · Arunachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly

   As per Article 371H of the Constitution, the Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh shall consist of not less than how many members?

   • A. Twenty members
   • B. Thirty members
   • C. Forty members
   • D. Sixty members
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Article 371H mandates that the Legislative Assembly of Arunachal Pradesh shall consist of not less than thirty members. This is a constitutional minimum fixed for the state.

8. Q8 · Statehood 1987

   Before attaining full statehood in 1987, Arunachal Pradesh was administered as which of the following?

   • A. A district of Assam
   • B. North-East Frontier Agency (NEFA)
   • C. An autonomous region under Nagaland
   • D. A centrally administered territory under Ministry of Defence
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Before becoming a state, Arunachal Pradesh was administered as the North-East Frontier Agency (NEFA). It became a Union Territory in 1972 and attained full statehood on 20 February 1987.

9. Q9 · Geography of India

   Arunachal Pradesh shares international borders with which of the following countries? 1. China 2. Bhutan 3. Myanmar 4. Bangladesh Select the correct answer using the code given below:

   • A. 1, 2 and 3 only
   • B. 1 and 3 only
   • C. 2, 3 and 4 only
   • D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Arunachal Pradesh shares international borders with China (Tibet), Bhutan, and Myanmar. It does not share a border with Bangladesh. The state is often referred to as the 'Land of the Rising Sun.'

10. Q10 · Statehood 1987

    On which date did Arunachal Pradesh attain full statehood?

    • A. 20 January 1972
    • B. 15 August 1975
    • C. 20 February 1987
    • D. 26 January 1950
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    Arunachal Pradesh achieved full statehood on 20 February 1987 under the State of Arunachal Pradesh Act, 1986, becoming India's 24th state.