Assam History 100 MCQs for Competitive Examination 2023. Part :1

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3. 1.Who is considered the founder of the Ahom dynasty in Assam? a) Sukaphaa b) Lachit Borphukan c) Gopinath Bordoloi d) Srimanta Sankardev Answer: a) Sukaphaa

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5. 2. In which battle did the Ahom forces, led by Lachit Borphukan, defeat the Mughals in 1671? a) Battle of Plassey b) Battle of Panipat c) Battle of Saraighat d) Battle of Haldighati Answer: c) Battle of Saraighat

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2. 3. Which river is known as the "Brahmaputra" in Assam? a) Ganges b) Yamuna c) Lohit d) Dibang Answer: c) Lohit

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4. 4. Which ancient kingdom covered parts of present-day Assam and is often associated with the Kamakhya Temple? a) Kamarupa b) Ahom c) Koch d) Chutiya Answer: a) Kamarupa

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6. 5. Who was the influential saint-scholar who played a significant role in the spread of Vaishnavism in Assam? a) Shankardev b) Srimanta Sankardev c) Lachit Borphukan d) Mahapurush Sankardev Answer: b) Srimanta Sankardev

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8. 6. The historic Assam Accord was signed in which year to address issues related to illegal immigration in Assam? a) 1950 b) 1971 c) 1985 d) 2001 Answer: c) 1985

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10. 7.Which British tea planter played a crucial role in the development of the tea industry in Assam? a) Robert Clive b) Warren Hastings c) Maniram Dewan d) Charles Alexander Bruce Answer: d) Charles Alexander Bruce

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12. 8.Who was the first Chief Minister of Assam after it became a separate state in independent India? a) Gopinath Bordoloi b) Bishnuram Medhi c) Tarun Gogoi d) Sarbananda Sonowal Answer: b) Bishnuram Medhi

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14. 9.The famous Assamese festival of Bihu is primarily associated with which agricultural event? a) Harvesting of rice b) Planting of crops c) Sowing of seeds d) Irrigation of fields Answer: a) Harvesting of rice

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16. 10. Which river is often referred to as the "Lifeline of Assam" and plays a significant role in the state's history and culture? a) Brahmaputra b) Ganges c) Yamuna d) Teesta Answer: a) Brahmaputra

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18. 11. The Ahom kingdom was known for its extensive use of which type of military formation in warfare? a) Elephant Cavalry b) Naval Fleet c) Peshwa Army d) Bamboo Fortifications Answer: d) Bamboo Fortifications

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20. 12. Who was the Assamese nobleman known for his role in the tea industry and his involvement in the Indian freedom movement? a) Kanaklal Barua b) Maniram Dewan c) Gopinath Bordoloi d) Bishnu Rabha Answer: b) Maniram Dewan

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22. 13. Which ruler of the Chutiya kingdom established his capital in Sadiya, Assam? a) Lachit Borphukan b) Birpal c) Sukaphaa d) Dihingia Raja Answer: d) Dihingia Raja

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24. 14. The famous "Luit" bridge in Assam connects the city of Guwahati to which district? a) Nalbari b) Kamrup c) Dibrugarh d) Jorhat Answer: b) Kamrup

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26. 15. What was the name of the powerful dynasty that ruled Assam before the arrival of the Ahoms in the 13th century? a) Chutiya dynasty b) Koch dynasty c) Kamarupa dynasty d) Kamata dynasty Answer: c) Kamarupa dynasty

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28. 16. The Ahom capital, Rangpur, was renamed as Sivasagar in honor of which Ahom king?

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31. 17. The "Bhakti movement" led by Srimanta Sankardev emphasized devotion to which deity? a) Lord Vishnu b) Lord Shiva c) Goddess Durga d) Lord Ganesha Answer: a) Lord Vishnu

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18. The "Assam Tribune," one of the oldest English-language newspapers in Assam, was first published in which year? a) 1872 b) 1947 c) 1962 d) 1989

Answer: a) 1872

19. Which festival is celebrated to mark the onset of the Assamese New Year and is associated with Bihu? a) Bohag Bihu b) Magh Bihu c) Kati Bihu d) Bhogali Bihu

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2. Answer: a) Bohag Bihu

20. The "Battle of Itakhuli" was a significant conflict during the Ahom-Mughal wars. In which year did it take place? a) 1524 b) 1662 c) 1671 d) 1857

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2. Answer: b) 1662

21. Which river island in Assam is the largest river island in the world? a) Umananda b) Peacock Island c) Kaziranga Island d) Majuli

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2. Answer: d) Majuli

22. The historic "Kareng Ghar" is a royal palace built during the reign of which Ahom king? a) Rudra Singha b) Pramatta Singha c) Susenphaa d) Chakradhwaj Singha

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2. Answer: a) Rudra Singha

23. What form of traditional Assamese theater combines elements of dance, drama, and music and is often performed in the Sattras? a) Bihu b) Ankia Nat c) Sattriya d) Jhumur

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2. Answer: c) Sattriya

24. Who was the Mughal emperor who attempted to conquer Assam during the rule of the Ahom kingdom? a) Akbar b) Jahangir c) Shah Jahan d) Aurangzeb

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2. Answer: b) Jahangir

25. The "Swahid Divas" (Martyrs' Day) on December 10th is observed in memory of the sacrifices made during which movement? a) Bodo Movement b) Assam Movement (1980-1985) c) Tea Workers' Movement d) Religious Revival Movement

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2. Answer: b) Assam Movement (1980-1985)

26. The "Maniram Dewan Trade Center" is named after a prominent figure who was associated with the Assam Tea Company and the freedom movement. What was his ethnicity? a) British b) Assamese c) Bengali d) Nepali

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2. Answer: b) Assamese

27. Which archaeological site in Assam is known for its ancient rock inscriptions and is associated with the Kamarupa kingdom? a) Sivasagar b) Diphu c) Numaligarh d) Madan Kamdev

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2. Answer: d) Madan Kamdev

28.The "Bodo Accord" signed in 2003 aimed to bring peace and autonomy to which region of Assam? a) Karbi Anglong b) Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR) c) Nagaon d) Dibrugarh

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2. Answer: b) Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR)

29. The historic town of Sivasagar in Assam served as the capital of which dynasty? a) Chutiya dynasty b) Ahom dynasty c) Koch dynasty d) Kachari dynasty

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2. Answer: b) Ahom dynasty

30. What is the traditional Assamese silk fabric that is known for its exquisite designs and is produced primarily in Sualkuchi? a) Muga silk b) Eri silk c) Tussar silk d) Mulberry silk

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2. Answer: a) Muga silk

31. Who was the prominent Assamese artist known for his vivid depictions of Assamese life and culture? a) Bishnu Rabha b) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala c) Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya d) Hiren Bhattacharyya

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2. Answer: a) Bishnu Rabha

32. Which ancient fortification built during the Ahom period is often referred to as the "Ahom Fort"? a) Sivasagar Sivadol b) Talatal Ghar c) Kareng Ghar d) Rang Ghar

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2. Answer: b) Talatal Ghar

33. The "Namghar" is a religious institution associated with which religious movement in Assam? a) Buddhism b) Islam c) Vaishnavism d) Jainism

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2. Answer: c) Vaishnavism

35. The "Battle of Plassey" in 1757 had a significant impact on Assam's history because it led to the control of Assam by which colonial power? a) British b) French c) Dutch d) Portuguese

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2. Answer: a) British

Which Ahom king is credited with commissioning the construction of the famous Sivasagar Sivadol? a) Rudra Singha b) Suhungmung c) Jayadhwaj Singha d) Sukaphaa

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2. Answer: c) Jayadhwaj Singha

What is the traditional boat race festival that is celebrated in Assam, particularly during the Bihu festival? a) Holi b) Rongali Bihu c) Jallikattu d) Bihu Naam

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2. Answer: d) Bihu Naam

Which river in Assam is famous for its annual "Raas Mahotsav" celebration, associated with the life of Lord Krishna? a) Manas River b) Dibang River c) Barak River d) Brahmaputra River

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2. Answer: d) Brahmaputra River

The ancient city of Pragjyotishpura, mentioned in ancient texts, is identified with which modern-day city in Assam? a) Guwahati b) Jorhat c) Tezpur d) Dibrugarh

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2. Answer: a) Guwahati

Which Ahom king is often called "Swargadeo," meaning the "King of Heaven"? a) Rudra Singha b) Suhungmung c) Jayadhwaj Singha d) Chakradhwaj Singha

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2. Answer: a) Rudra Singha

The Assamese tribe "Karbi" is primarily found in which region of Assam? a) Upper Assam b) Lower Assam c) Barak Valley d) Karbi Anglong

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2. Answer: d) Karbi Anglong

Who is known as the "Bard of Brahmaputra" and contributed significantly to Assamese literature? a) Bishnu Rabha b) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala c) Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya d) Hiren Bhattacharyya

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2. Answer: a) Bishnu Rabha

The "Majuli Island," in addition to being the largest river island, is also famous for which cultural practice? a) Bamboo weaving b) Pottery c) Mask making d) Sattriya dance

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2. Answer: d) Sattriya dance

Which famous Assamese musician and folk singer is known for popularizing the traditional Bihu songs? a) Bhupen Hazarika b) Zubeen Garg c) Anupam Roy d) Papon

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2. Answer: a) Bhupen Hazarika

What is the name of the traditional Assamese earthenware used for cooking rice? a) Kahori b) Gamocha c) Bihu d) Bota

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2. Answer: a) Kahori

The "Dihing Satra" is a prominent religious institution associated with which religious movement in Assam? a) Buddhism b) Islam c) Vaishnavism d) Jainism

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2. Answer: c) Vaishnavism

Which ancient Ahom military commander is celebrated for his role in the Battle of Saraighat? a) Rudra Singha b) Suhungmung c) Lachit Borphukan d) Jayadhwaj Singha

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2. Answer: c) Lachit Borphukan

What is the traditional Assamese hat or scarf often used as a symbol of Assamese identity? a) Gamocha b) Bihu c) Kahori d) Bota

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2. Answer: a) Gamocha

The "Ahom script" used during the Ahom dynasty is known as which script? a) Devanagari b) Brahmi c) Ahom d) Kaithi

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2. Answer: c) Ahom

Which Mughal emperor, during the reign of the Ahom kingdom, attempted to conquer Assam but faced defeat in the Battle of Saraighat? a) Akbar b) Aurangzeb c) Shah Jahan d) Jahangir

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2. Answer: d) Jahangir

What is the traditional Assamese game of "Tekeli Bhonga" similar to? a) Chess b) Cricket c) Badminton d) Hopscotch

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2. Answer: d) Hopscotch

The "Kaziranga National Park" in Assam is famous for the conservation of which endangered species? a) Royal Bengal Tiger b) Asian Elephant c) Indian Rhinoceros d) Snow Leopard

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2. Answer: c) Indian Rhinoceros

Which Assamese freedom fighter is known as the "Lion of Assam" and played a pivotal role in the Quit India Movement? a) Tarun Gogoi b) Kanaklal Barua c) Gopinath Bordoloi d) Bishnu Rabha

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2. Answer: c) Gopinath Bordoloi

The "Bogibeel Bridge" in Assam is a significant railway bridge that spans which river? a) Brahmaputra b) Barak c) Dibang d) Subansiri

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2. Answer: a) Brahmaputra

Which dance form, performed by women during the Bihu festival, involves the use of colorful scarves and traditional steps? a) Sattriya b) Bihu dance c) Jhumur d) Bhortal Nritya

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2. Answer: b) Bihu dance

The "Tea Research Association" (TRA) was established in Assam to promote research and development in which industry? a) Silk b) Oil c) Tea d) Spices

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2. Answer: c) Tea

Which Assamese saint-reformer is known for his teachings on non-violence and compassion towards all living beings? a) Sankardev b) Srimanta Sankardev c) Madhavdev d) Chaitanya

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2. Answer: c) Madhavdev

Who was the first woman from Assam to be awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award? a) Kanaklata Barua b) Bhupen Hazarika c) Indira Goswami d) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala

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2. Answer: c) Indira Goswami

The "Nameri National Park" in Assam is known for its conservation efforts related to which species? a) Bengal Tiger b) Indian Elephant c) Asian Rhino d) Snow Leopard

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2. Answer: a) Bengal Tiger

Which historical monument, built during the Ahom era, is often referred to as the "Maidam of the Ahom Kings"? a) Sivasagar Sivadol b) Talatal Ghar c) Kareng Ghar d) Rang Ghar

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2. Answer: c) Kareng Ghar

What is the traditional Assamese percussion instrument made from a hollowed-out piece of bamboo and played during Bihu? a) Taal b) Dhol c) Pepa d) Bihuwaan

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2. Answer: d) Bihuwaan

The "Dibrugarh University" in Assam is named after which famous freedom fighter? a) Gopinath Bordoloi b) Tarun Gogoi c) Kanaklal Barua d) Lachit Borphukan

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2. Answer: a) Gopinath Bordoloi

Which ancient trade route connected Assam with Tibet and facilitated trade between the two regions? a) Silk Road b) Tea Route c) Brahmaputra Route d) Stilwell Road

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2. Answer: b) Tea Route

Which national park in Assam is known for its population of the one-horned rhinoceros? a) Manas National Park b) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park c) Orang National Park d) Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

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2. Answer: d) Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

The "Bihu Husori" is a traditional Assamese dance performed during which festival? a) Bohag Bihu b) Magh Bihu c) Kati Bihu d) Bhogali Bihu

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2. Answer: a) Bohag Bihu

Which British officer was instrumental in establishing the tea industry in Assam in the 19th century? a) Lord Mountbatten b) Charles Alexander Bruce c) Sirajuddin Ahmed d) Lord Curzon

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2. Answer: b) Charles Alexander Bruce

The "Bhuyan" community in Assam historically held positions of authority during the rule of which dynasty? a) Chutiya dynasty b) Ahom dynasty c) Kamrupa dynasty d) Koch dynasty

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2. Answer: b) Ahom dynasty

Which river flows through the "Manas National Park," a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam? a) Brahmaputra b) Ganges c) Manas d) Barak

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2. Answer: c) Manas

The "Assam State Museum" in Guwahati houses a rich collection of artifacts related to which aspects of Assam's history and culture? a) Tea industry b) Ahom dynasty c) Silk production d) Bihu festivals

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2. Answer: b) Ahom dynasty

The "Kachari Ruins" in Dimapur, Assam, are remnants of which ancient kingdom? a) Chutiya kingdom b) Kamarupa kingdom c) Ahom kingdom d) Koch kingdom

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2. Answer: a) Chutiya kingdom

Who was the first female Chief Minister of Assam, serving from 1980 to 1981? a) Tarun Gogoi b) Anwara Taimur c) Bimala Prasad Chaliha d) Syeda Anwara Taimur

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2. Answer: d) Syeda Anwara Taimur

The "Ahom Museum" in Sivasagar, Assam, is dedicated to preserving the history and artifacts of which dynasty? a) Ahom dynasty b) Koch dynasty c) Chutiya dynasty d) Kamarupa dynasty

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2. Answer: a) Ahom dynasty

The "Sivasagar Sivadol" is the tallest Shiva temple in Assam and is also known by which other name? a) Kareng Ghar b) Talatal Ghar c) Vishnudol d) Rang Ghar

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2. Answer: c) Vishnudol

Who was the famous Assamese poet and writer known for his poem "O Mor Aponar Desh"? a) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala b) Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya c) Hiren Bhattacharyya d) Hem Barua

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2. Answer: a) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala

The "Silk Route" in Assam is associated with the production and trade of which type of silk? a) Muga silk b) Eri silk c) Tussar silk d) Mulberry silk

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2. Answer: a) Muga silk

The "Sarthebari" town in Assam is famous for the production of which traditional Assamese item? a) Muga silk b) Gamocha c) Bihu dance d) Bamboo crafts

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2. Answer: b) Gamocha

The "Sualkuchi" village in Assam is renowned for the production of which traditional textile? a) Muga silk b) Eri silk c) Tussar silk d) Mulberry silk

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2. Answer: d) Mulberry silk

Which river island in Assam is famous for its rich cultural heritage and serves as a center for the Sattriya culture? a) Umananda b) Peacock Island c) Kaziranga Island d) Majuli

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2. Answer: d) Majuli

The "Diphu Pass" in Assam is an important mountain pass connecting Assam with which neighboring state? a) Arunachal Pradesh b) Nagaland c) Mizoram d) Manipur

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2. Answer: b) Nagaland

Which Assamese poet is known for his collection of poems titled "Banhi" and is often called the "Bard of Brahmaputra"? a) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala b) Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya c) Bishnu Rabha d) Hiren Bhattacharyya

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2. Answer: d) Hiren Bhattacharyya

The "Bardoi Range" in Assam is part of which larger mountain range? a) Himalayas b) Eastern Ghats c) Western Ghats d) Vindhya Range

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2. Answer: a) Himalayas

Which national park in Assam is known for its population of wild water buffalo, also known as "Mithun"? a) Kaziranga National Park b) Manas National Park c) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park d) Nameri National Park

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2. Answer: c) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

What is the traditional Assamese bamboo and cane craft, famous for its intricate designs and utility items? a) Bihu dance b) Japi making c) Muga silk weaving d) Sattriya dance

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2. Answer: b) Japi making

The "Assam State Zoo and Botanical Garden" is located in which city of Assam? a) Guwahati b) Jorhat c) Dibrugarh d) Tezpur

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2. Answer: a) Guwahati

The "Sualkuchi" village is often referred to as the "Manchester of Assam" due to its association with which industry? a) Tea b) Silk c) Oil d) Spices

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2. Answer: b) Silk

The "Barak Valley" in Assam is known for its rich cultural diversity and is primarily located in which region of Assam? a) Upper Assam b) Lower Assam c) Central Assam d) Southern Assam

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2. Answer: d) Southern Assam

Who was the founder of the "Asom Sahitya Sabha," one of the oldest literary organizations in Assam? a) Srimanta Sankardev b) Lachit Borphukan c) Hem Barua d) Lakshminath Bezbaroa

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2. Answer: d) Lakshminath Bezbaroa

Which river in Assam is known for its golden sands and is often referred to as the "Golden River"? a) Brahmaputra b) Barak c) Dibang d) Subansiri

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2. Answer: b) Barak

The "Sankardev Kalakshetra" in Guwahati is named after which saint-scholar and cultural icon of Assam? a) Shankardev b) Srimanta Sankardev c) Madhavdev d) Chaitanya

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2. Answer: b) Srimanta Sankardev

The "Hornbill Festival" is a cultural festival celebrated in Assam and which other northeastern state? a) Manipur b) Meghalaya c) Arunachal Pradesh d) Nagaland

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2. Answer: d) Nagaland

The "Bhutan Hills" form the northern border of Assam and are part of which mountain range? a) Eastern Ghats b) Western Ghats c) Himalayas d) Vindhya Range

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2. Answer: c) Himalayas

Which Assamese poet and writer is known for his contribution to the "Rongali Bihu" festival and its songs? a) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala b) Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya c) Hiren Bhattacharyya d) Hem Barua

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2. Answer: a) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala

The "Mopin Festival" celebrated in parts of Assam is primarily associated with which tribal community? a) Bodo b) Karbi c) Mishing d) Adivasi

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2. Answer: c) Mishing

The "Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary" in Assam is often called the "Amazon of the East" and is known for its biodiversity. What type of wildlife is it particularly known for? a) Birds b) Butterflies c) Amphibians d) Orchids

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2. Answer: b) Butterflies

What is the traditional Assamese dish made from fermented bamboo shoot and is known for its strong flavor? a) Aloo Pitika b) Khar c) Masor Tenga d) Eri Polu

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2. Answer: b) Khar

The "Kokrajhar" town in Assam is associated with which autonomous council that represents the Bodo community? a) Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) b) Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council c) Mishing Autonomous Council d) Dimasa Autonomous Council

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2. Answer: a) Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC)

Which wildlife sanctuary in Assam is known for its population of the endangered hoolock gibbons? a) Kaziranga National Park b) Manas National Park c) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park d) Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary

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2. Answer: d) Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary

The "Ahom calendar," also known as the "Baisagu calendar," is based on which ancient calendar system? a) Gregorian calendar b) Hindu calendar c) Buddhist calendar d) Saka calendar

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2. Answer: d) Saka calendar

The "Gamosa" is a traditional Assamese handwoven towel with intricate designs. What is its primary use? a) As a prayer mat b) As a headgear c) As a tablecloth d) As a gift during Bihu

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2. Answer: b) As a headgear

Which famous Assamese poet and writer is known for his poem "Xaatara" and is often called the "Rustum of Assam"? a) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala b) Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya c) Hiren Bhattacharyya d) Hem Barua

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2. Answer: b) Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya
3. What is the traditional Assamese method of house construction using bamboo and thatch roofs called? a) Tiniali b) Korai c) Chang ghar d) Phulam Ghar

Answer: c) Chang ghar

These 100 MCQs cover a wide range of topics related to the history, culture, and heritage of Assam.