Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with answers on “The History of the Assamese Silk Industry”

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 Muga silk in Assam?
- a) Silkworms
- b) Cotton plants
- c) Sheep
- d) Goats
  Answer: a) Silkworms
Which type of silkworm produces Muga silk?
- a) Bombyx mori
- b) Antheraea assama
- c) Antheraea mylitta
- d) Samia cynthia
  Answer: b) Antheraea assama
What is the characteristic color of Muga silk?
- a) White
- b) Black
- c) Golden
- d) Red
  Answer: c) Golden
Which Assamese festival is closely associated with the wearing of traditional silk garments?
- a) Bihu
- b) Durga Puja
- c) Diwali
- d) Holi
  Answer: a) Bihu
Eri silk is also known by which other name in Assam?
- a) Endi
- b) Tussar
- c) Muga
- d) Kosa
  Answer: a) Endi
What is the primary use of Eri silk in Assamese culture?
- a) Traditional garments
- b) Home décor
- c) Industrial applications
- d) Paper products
  Answer: a) Traditional garments
Which river valley in Assam is famous for its Muga silk production?
- a) Brahmaputra Valley
- b) Barak Valley
- c) Manas Valley
- d) Dibrugarh Valley
  Answer: a) Brahmaputra Valley
The traditional Assamese weaving technique used for silk garments is called:
- a) Ikat
- b) Jacquard
- c) Pat
- d) Brocade
  Answer: c) Pat
Which Assamese community is known for its expertise in silk weaving?
- a) Bodos
- b) Karbis
- c) Mising
- d) Tai Ahom
  Answer: d) Tai Ahom
What is the primary environmental factor affecting the quality of Assamese silk?
- a) Soil type
- b) Water quality
- c) Temperature and humidity
- d) Sunlight exposure
  Answer: c) Temperature and humidity
Which of the following is NOT a type of silk produced in Assam?
- a) Muga
- b) Eri
- c) Tussar
- d) Mulberry
  Answer: d) Mulberry
The Assamese silk industry traditionally used which of the following methods for silk production?
- a) Machine spinning
- b) Hand-spinning and weaving
- c) Chemical processing
- d) Synthetic blending
  Answer: b) Hand-spinning and weaving
The practice of sericulture in Assam dates back to which period?
- a) Ancient
- b) Medieval
- c) Colonial
- d) Modern
  Answer: a) Ancient
Which Assamese silk is known for its durability and warmth?
- a) Muga
- b) Eri
- c) Tussar
- d) All of the above
  Answer: b) Eri
The Assamese silk industry faced significant challenges during which historical period?
- a) Mughal period
- b) British colonial period
- c) Post-independence period
- d) Modern era
  Answer: b) British colonial period
The revival of Assamese silk industry in recent years has been supported by which of the following?
- a) Government initiatives
- b) Private enterprises
- c) International organizations
- d) All of the above
  Answer: d) All of the above
Which of the following is a major market for Assamese silk products?
- a) India
- b) China
- c) Japan
- d) Europe
  Answer: a) India
What is the main feature that distinguishes Muga silk from other types of silk?
- a) Fiber length
- b) Color and luster
- c) Production method
- d) Cost
  Answer: b) Color and luster
Which Assamese ruler is credited with promoting the silk industry in Assam?
- a) Rudra Singha
- b) Swargadeo Chaolung
- c) Pratap Singha
- d) Golap Singha
  Answer: a) Rudra Singha
What is the traditional Assamese weaving pattern used in silk textiles called?
- a) Jamdani
- b) Katha
- c) Pat
- d) Kantha
  Answer: c) Pat
In Assamese culture, silk garments are often worn during which type of ceremonies?
- a) Weddings
- b) Funerals
- c) Religious rituals
- d) Both a and c
  Answer: d) Both a and c
Which Assamese silk is commonly used to create vibrant and colorful sarees?
- a) Muga
- b) Eri
- c) Tussar
- d) Mulberry
  Answer: a) Muga
The production of Eri silk primarily involves which process?
- a) Cocoon rearing
- b) Silk reeling
- c) Silk weaving
- d) Dyeing
  Answer: a) Cocoon rearing
What is the role of the Assam Silk Development Corporation in the industry?
- a) Providing raw silk
- b) Supporting silk weavers
- c) Marketing silk products
- d) All of the above
  Answer: d) All of the above
Which of the following is a key characteristic of Assamese silk garments?
- a) Synthetic fibers
- b) Lightweight
- c) Hand-woven
- d) Machine-made
  Answer: c) Hand-woven
The Assamese silk industry is traditionally known for its production of which type of clothing?
- a) Western attire
- b) Traditional Assamese garments
- c) Sportswear
- d) Casual wear
  Answer: b) Traditional Assamese garments
Which Assamese festival showcases traditional silk garments through various cultural events?
- a) Durga Puja
- b) Bihu
- c) Diwali
- d) Holi
  Answer: b) Bihu
Which organization plays a crucial role in promoting Assamese silk products internationally?
- a) Assam Tourism Development Corporation
- b) Handloom Export Promotion Council
- c) Indian Silk Export Association
- d) Silk Mark Organisation of India
  Answer: d) Silk Mark Organisation of India

These questions cover various aspects of the history, types, and significance of the Assamese silk industry, highlighting its cultural and economic impact.

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