Proto-Historic Assam and Early Human Settlements
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with Answers & Explanations
Subject: Assam History
Section: Prehistoric & Proto-Historic Assam
Topic: Proto-Historic Assam and Early Human Settlements
MCQ 1
Proto-historic Assam represents a transitional phase between:
A. Ancient and Medieval periods
B. Prehistoric and Historic periods
C. Medieval and Modern periods
D. Neolithic and Paleolithic periods
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Proto-history bridges the gap between prehistoric times (no writing) and historic periods (with written records).
MCQ 2
The proto-historic phase of Assam is mainly identified through:
A. Manuscripts
B. Coins and inscriptions
C. Archaeological remains
D. Foreign travel accounts
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Proto-historic Assam is reconstructed mainly from archaeological evidence, as written records are scarce or absent.
MCQ 3
Which major technological change marks proto-historic Assam?
A. Use of polished stone tools
B. Introduction of metals
C. Development of writing
D. Urban planning
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The use of metals, especially copper and early iron, distinguishes proto-history from prehistory.
MCQ 4
Which metal was likely used earlier in proto-historic Assam?
A. Gold
B. Copper
C. Iron
D. Silver
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Copper was introduced before iron and marks early metal usage.
MCQ 5
Early human settlements in proto-historic Assam were mostly located near:
A. Desert regions
B. Coastal areas
C. River valleys
D. High mountain peaks
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
River valleys provided water, fertile soil, and food resources, encouraging settlements.
MCQ 6
Which river system played a crucial role in early settlements of Assam?
A. Ganga
B. Brahmaputra
C. Indus
D. Mahanadi
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The Brahmaputra river system supported agriculture, fishing, and communication.
MCQ 7
Proto-historic settlements indicate a shift towards:
A. Complete nomadism
B. Permanent village life
C. Urban civilization
D. Industrial economy
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Proto-historic communities gradually moved towards settled village life.
MCQ 8
Which occupation became increasingly important during proto-historic Assam?
A. Trade
B. Pastoralism
C. Agriculture
D. Administration
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The proto-historic phase saw expansion of agriculture along with animal domestication.
MCQ 9
Early agriculture in proto-historic Assam was closely linked with:
A. Plateau regions
B. River floodplains
C. Dry uplands
D. Forest interiors
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Floodplains offered fertile alluvial soil suitable for cultivation.
MCQ 10
Which tool type reflects proto-historic technological progress?
A. Crude stone flakes
B. Polished stone axes
C. Metal tools
D. Wooden implements
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The introduction of metal tools marks a key advancement.
MCQ 11
Proto-historic Assam shows evidence of:
A. Writing systems
B. Coinage
C. Early iron usage
D. Urban planning
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Early iron tools indicate technological and economic development.
MCQ 12
Which type of settlements were common in proto-historic Assam?
A. Large fortified cities
B. Industrial towns
C. Small rural settlements
D. Planned urban centers
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Settlements were small, scattered, and rural in nature.
MCQ 13
Megalithic remains in Assam are generally associated with:
A. Agriculture only
B. Burial practices
C. Trade routes
D. Administrative centers
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Megaliths are often linked to burial and ritual practices.
MCQ 14
Megalithic culture indicates belief in:
A. Democracy
B. Afterlife
C. Trade economy
D. Urban governance
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Burial monuments suggest belief in life after death.
MCQ 15
Proto-historic Assam society was primarily:
A. Industrial
B. Agrarian
C. Commercial
D. Urban
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Agriculture formed the economic base of proto-historic communities.
MCQ 16
Which factor most influenced the location of early settlements?
A. Political control
B. Climate and water availability
C. Coin circulation
D. Foreign trade
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Natural factors like water, climate, and fertile land were decisive.
MCQ 17
Proto-historic Assam represents social development through:
A. Administrative records
B. Religious texts
C. Burial customs and tools
D. Written laws
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Social structure is inferred from burials, tools, and habitation remains.
MCQ 18
Which activity supplemented agriculture in proto-historic Assam?
A. Mining
B. Fishing and hunting
C. Overseas trade
D. Craft guilds
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Fishing and hunting remained important supplementary activities.
MCQ 19
Which discipline helps reconstruct proto-historic Assam?
A. Economics
B. Archaeology
C. Sociology
D. Political science
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Archaeology studies material remains to understand proto-history.
MCQ 20
The absence of written records in proto-historic Assam is compensated by:
A. Coins
B. Manuscripts
C. Material culture
D. Foreign inscriptions
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Tools, pottery, and settlement remains provide historical clues.
MCQ 21
Proto-historic Assam settlements indicate increasing:
A. Nomadic movement
B. Population density
C. Urbanization
D. Industrialization
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Permanent settlements led to gradual population growth.
MCQ 22
Which development distinguishes proto-historic Assam from Neolithic Assam?
A. Agriculture
B. Pottery
C. Metal usage
D. Domestication of animals
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The use of metals is the defining feature.
MCQ 23
Early human settlements preferred areas with:
A. Dense deserts
B. Volcanic activity
C. Natural resources
D. Snowfall
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Availability of food, water, and raw materials was essential.
MCQ 24
Proto-historic Assam shows continuity with prehistoric culture through:
A. Writing traditions
B. Stone tool usage
C. Coinage
D. Urban administration
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Stone tools continued alongside early metal tools.
MCQ 25
Which practice suggests organized community life?
A. Random hunting
B. Tool making
C. Burial rituals
D. Nomadic migration
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Burial rituals reflect social organization and beliefs.
MCQ 26
Which economy best describes proto-historic Assam?
A. Industrial economy
B. Pastoral economy
C. Agrarian-subsistence economy
D. Commercial economy
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The economy was primarily agrarian with subsistence activities.
MCQ 27
Early iron tools were mainly used for:
A. Ornamentation
B. Agriculture and clearing land
C. Writing
D. Coin minting
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Iron tools improved agricultural productivity and land clearing.
MCQ 28
Proto-historic Assam laid the foundation for:
A. Colonial administration
B. Medieval urban centers
C. Later historic kingdoms
D. Modern democracy
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Early settlements and agriculture supported later state formation.
MCQ 29
Which feature reflects technological advancement in proto-historic Assam?
A. Cave dwelling
B. Crude stone tools
C. Metal implements
D. Oral traditions
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Metal implements show technological progress.
MCQ 30
The study of proto-historic Assam is important because it:
A. Explains modern politics
B. Provides written chronicles
C. Reveals early social and economic development
D. Focuses on colonial rule
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Proto-history helps us understand the early evolution of society, economy, and settlements in Assam.
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