Which significant event marked Assam’s involvement in the First War of Independence in 1857? a) The rise of the sepoy mutiny b) The establishment of a separate rebel government c) The formation of the Assam Volunteers d) The Battle of Ahom Answer: b) The establishment of a separate rebel government …
Who is considered the pioneer of modern Assamese theater? a) Bhupen Hazarika b) Rudra Singha c) Jatin Bora d) Piyush Das Answer: a) Bhupen Hazarika Which Assamese theater movement focused on the revival of traditional folk forms and cultural practices? a) Pragati Natya b) Modern Theater c) Ankiya Nat d) …
Which monument in Assam is renowned for its historical association with the Ahom dynasty? a) Talatal Ghar b) Kamakhya Temple c) Rang Ghar d) Sivasagar Tank Answer: c) Rang Ghar The Kamakhya Temple in Assam is dedicated to which Hindu goddess? a) Durga b) Lakshmi c) Saraswati d) Kamakhya Answer: …
What is the traditional Assamese handloom known for producing? a) Silk sarees b) Woolen shawls c) Cotton trousers d) Leather goods Answer: a) Silk sarees Which Assamese handloom fabric is particularly famous for its intricate designs and use of silk? a) Muga b) Khadi c) Cotton d) Wool Answer: a) …
Who was Srimanta Sankardeva? a) A prominent Assamese scholar and poet b) A renowned military leader c) A British colonial administrator d) A Mughal emperor Answer: a) A prominent Assamese scholar and poet In which century did Srimanta Sankardeva live? a) 12th century b) 13th century c) 14th century d) …
What was the primary cause of the anti-British peasant movements in Assam during the colonial period? a) Land revenue policies b) Taxation on trade c) British administrative reforms d) Religious conflicts Answer: a) Land revenue policies Which movement in Assam is known for its significant peasant uprising against British rule …
What was the primary cause of conflict between the Ahoms and the Mughals? a) Territorial expansion b) Religious differences c) Trade disputes d) Succession issues Answer: a) Territorial expansion In which year did the Mughal Empire first attempt to invade Assam? a) 1601 b) 1622 c) 1658 d) 1671 Answer: …
Who was the leader of the Indian National Army (INA) during World War II? a) Mahatma Gandhi b) Jawaharlal Nehru c) Subhas Chandra Bose d) Sardar Patel Answer: c) Subhas Chandra Bose In which year was the Indian National Army (INA) founded? a) 1942 b) 1943 c) 1944 d) 1945 …
Which river is considered the lifeline of Assam and holds significant cultural importance in Assamese culture? a) Ganges b) Yamuna c) Brahmaputra d) Godavari Answer: c) Brahmaputra What is the traditional Assamese festival that celebrates the Brahmaputra River and its significance? a) Bihu b) Durga Puja c) Holi d) Diwali …
Which traditional Assamese art form involves intricate designs created with natural dyes and is typically used for textiles? a) Madhubani b) Pat Silk c) Pattachitra d) Kalamkari Answer: b) Pat Silk What is the primary material used in the creation of Assamese bamboo and cane crafts? a) Teak b) Bamboo …
Who is considered one of the pioneering Assamese women leaders in the Indian independence movement? a) Kanaklata Barua b) Indira Gandhi c) Sarojini Naidu d) Annie Besant Answer: a) Kanaklata Barua Which Assamese woman was actively involved in the Quit India Movement of 1942? a) Lakshmi Nandan Bora b) Gopinath …
In which year was the first railway line established in Assam? a) 1881 b) 1885 c) 1890 d) 1900 Answer: b) 1885 Which railway company was responsible for the initial development of the railway network in Assam? a) East India Railway b) Assam Bengal Railway c) Bengal Nagpur Railway d) …
In which year did the Battle of Itakhuli take place? a) 1671 b) 1695 c) 1717 d) 1750 Answer: a) 1671 The Battle of Itakhuli was fought between which two primary parties? a) The Ahom Kingdom and the Mughal Empire b) The Ahom Kingdom and the Maratha Empire c) The …
Who was the first prominent leader from Assam to join the Indian National Congress (INC)? a) Gopinath Bordoloi b) Syed Mohammad Saadulla c) Chandra Kumar Agarwala d) Bishnuram Medhi Answer: c) Chandra Kumar Agarwala Which Assamese leader played a crucial role in the formation of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee …
When was the first Assamese film, “Jeevan Jati,” released? a) 1935 b) 1936 c) 1937 d) 1938 Answer: b) 1935 Who directed the first Assamese film, “Jeevan Jati”? a) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala b) Bhabendra Nath Saikia c) Bhupen Hazarika d) Purnima Dey Answer: a) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala Which Assamese film, …
Which ancient site in Assam is known for its historical temples and sculptures dating back to the 7th century CE? a) Sivasagar b) Kamarupa c) Hajo d) Tezpur Answer: a) Sivasagar The ruins of which ancient city in Assam are believed to be part of the historical Kamarupa Kingdom? a) …
Which tribe is primarily known for its traditional weaving skills in Assam? a) Mishing b) Bodo c) Karbi d) Naga Answer: a) Mishing The Bodo tribe is predominantly found in which region of Assam? a) Barak Valley b) Brahmaputra Valley c) Karbi Anglong d) North Cachar Hills Answer: b) Brahmaputra …
What was the primary aim of the Assam Accord of 1985? a) To address the issue of illegal immigration b) To promote economic development c) To establish a new state d) To resolve land disputes Answer: a) To address the issue of illegal immigration Which Prime Minister of India signed …
What is the traditional dance form of Assam that is performed during the Bihu festival? a) Kathak b) Bihu c) Odissi d) Bharatanatyam Answer: b) Bihu Which Assamese dance is known for its use of traditional masks and is often performed during religious ceremonies? a) Sattriya b) Bodo c) …
What is the traditional name for Assamese silk? a) Kanchivaram b) Muga c) Tussar d) Eri Answer: b) Muga In which Indian state is the Assamese silk industry primarily located? a) West Bengal b) Assam c) Bihar d) Uttar Pradesh Answer: b) Assam What is the primary source of …
In which year was Kaziranga National Park established as a protected area? a) 1908 b) 1926 c) 1950 d) 1980 Answer: b) 1926 Kaziranga National Park is primarily known for its population of which animal species? a) Bengal Tiger b) Indian Elephant c) One-Horned Rhinoceros d) Asiatic Lion Answer: …