Selected MCQ

Current Question
Which of the following is NOT a prohibited category of item at airport security?
  • A. Firearms
  • B. Sharp objects
  • C. Legitimate liquid medicines (exempt)
  • D. Explosives
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Firearms, sharp objects, and explosives are prohibited. Medications needed for travel (even liquid ones) are exempt from the liquid restrictions.
Related Question 1
Which of the following functions is common to all airport security personnel (including ASF)?
  • A. Providing leg massages
  • B. Being vigilant for security threats and assisting passengers
  • C. Ignoring rules
  • D. Dancing
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
All security staff, including ASF, must stay alert and help ensure security and passenger safety.
Related Question 2
Which is not a category of prohibited items under ASF’s list?
  • A. Sharp objects
  • B. Liquids (subject to restrictions, but not in the list of dangerous goods)
  • C. Firearms
  • D. Explosives
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Liquids are regulated separately (limit 100ml) but are not listed under “dangerous goods and articles” categories on that page.
Related Question 3
Under airport security, “Diversion of restricted items” refers to:
  • A. Transferring goods legally
  • B. Attempting to carry prohibited items past security checkpoints
  • C. Repacking clothes
  • D. A new flight plan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Diverting restricted items means someone is trying to bypass security with disallowed articles, which ASF must stop.
Related Question 4
According to the Airports Security Force Act, 1975, the ASF is tasked with the security of which of the following?
  • A. Only civil aviation equipment
  • B. All airports, aerodromes, aircraft, and civil aviation installations
  • C. Only military airports
  • D. Private helicopter pads
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The ASF Act states that the Force ensures the security of all airports, aerodromes, aircraft, and civil aviation installations.
Related Question 5
Which category of item includes fire alarms and smoke detectors?
  • A. Safety equipment (not dangerous goods)
  • B. Stun devices
  • C. Firearms
  • D. Workers’ Tools
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Fire alarms/detectors are part of the safety infrastructure, not classified as dangerous items by ASF.