Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers on “The Legacy of Srimanta Sankardeva in Assamese History”

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) 15th-16th century
  Answer: d) 15th-16th century
What was the primary focus of Srimanta Sankardeva’s teachings?
- a) Buddhism
- b) Hinduism
- c) Islam
- d) Christianity
  Answer: b) Hinduism
Which religious movement is Srimanta Sankardeva credited with founding?
- a) Neo-Vaishnavism
- b) Shaivism
- c) Shaktism
- d) Buddhism
  Answer: a) Neo-Vaishnavism
What is the primary scripture associated with Srimanta Sankardeva’s teachings?
- a) Bhagavad Gita
- b) Kirtan Ghosha
- c) Vedas
- d) Upanishads
  Answer: b) Kirtan Ghosha
Which literary form did Srimanta Sankardeva popularize in Assamese literature?
- a) Epic poetry
- b) Drama
- c) Folklore
- d) Prose
  Answer: b) Drama
What is the name of the dramatic form introduced by Srimanta Sankardeva?
- a) Ankiya Naat
- b) Natak
- c) Jatra
- d) Ramlila
  Answer: a) Ankiya Naat
Which Assamese festival is closely associated with Srimanta Sankardeva’s teachings?
- a) Bihu
- b) Magh Bihu
- c) Raas Leela
- d) Durga Puja
  Answer: c) Raas Leela
Which institution did Srimanta Sankardeva establish to promote his religious teachings?
- a) Namghar
- b) Monastery
- c) Temple
- d) Mosque
  Answer: a) Namghar
What was the main objective of the Namghar established by Srimanta Sankardeva?
- a) To serve as a place of worship and community gathering
- b) To conduct trade
- c) To provide education
- d) To host political meetings
  Answer: a) To serve as a place of worship and community gathering
Which of the following is a prominent work of Srimanta Sankardeva?
- a) Geet Gobinda
- b) Chaitanya Charitamrita
- c) Bhakti Ratnavali
- d) Hari Naam
  Answer: d) Hari Naam
How did Srimanta Sankardeva influence Assamese culture?
- a) By promoting regional cuisine
- b) By developing a unique religious and cultural identity
- c) By introducing new trade practices
- d) By building infrastructure
  Answer: b) By developing a unique religious and cultural identity
Which social practice did Srimanta Sankardeva oppose in his teachings?
- a) Caste discrimination
- b) Vegetarianism
- c) Music and dance
- d) Fasting
  Answer: a) Caste discrimination
What was Srimanta Sankardeva’s stance on idol worship?
- a) He encouraged idol worship
- b) He rejected idol worship in favor of a more abstract worship of the divine
- c) He advocated for the worship of historical figures
- d) He promoted idol worship only in private
  Answer: b) He rejected idol worship in favor of a more abstract worship of the divine
Which key figure in Assamese history is known for his detailed commentaries on Srimanta Sankardeva’s works?
- a) Madhavdev
- b) Chandrakanta
- c) Gopinath Bordoloi
- d) Maniram Dewan
  Answer: a) Madhavdev
What significant impact did Srimanta Sankardeva’s movement have on Assamese society?
- a) It led to the establishment of a unified Assamese language
- b) It facilitated social reforms and a sense of communal harmony
- c) It focused primarily on economic development
- d) It led to the decline of traditional Assamese art forms
  Answer: b) It facilitated social reforms and a sense of communal harmony
What type of music and performance is associated with Srimanta Sankardeva’s tradition?
- a) Classical music
- b) Folk music
- c) Devotional songs and dramatic performances
- d) Opera
  Answer: c) Devotional songs and dramatic performances
Srimanta Sankardeva’s teachings were particularly influential in which region of India?
- a) Punjab
- b) Bengal
- c) Assam
- d) Tamil Nadu
  Answer: c) Assam
Which Assamese language literary form did Srimanta Sankardeva contribute to?
- a) Modern short stories
- b) Traditional ballads
- c) Hymns and devotional poetry
- d) Political essays
  Answer: c) Hymns and devotional poetry
How did Srimanta Sankardeva’s movement contribute to Assamese literature?
- a) By establishing new genres and forms of writing
- b) By translating foreign literature
- c) By focusing on historical narratives
- d) By promoting scientific writing
  Answer: a) By establishing new genres and forms of writing
What was Srimanta Sankardeva’s contribution to Assamese visual art?
- a) He was known for his painting
- b) He influenced the design of Namghar art and architecture
- c) He established a school of sculpture
- d) He was not involved in visual arts
  Answer: b) He influenced the design of Namghar art and architecture
Which event is celebrated as part of the Raas Leela festival, introduced by Srimanta Sankardeva?
- a) The divine play of Lord Krishna
- b) The victory of a historical king
- c) The harvest festival
- d) The birth anniversary of Srimanta Sankardeva
  Answer: a) The divine play of Lord Krishna
How did Srimanta Sankardeva’s teachings affect the traditional caste system in Assam?
- a) They reinforced the caste system
- b) They ignored caste distinctions and promoted social equality
- c) They led to the creation of a new caste system
- d) They advocated for caste-based segregation
  Answer: b) They ignored caste distinctions and promoted social equality
Which notable work of Srimanta Sankardeva contains devotional hymns?
- a) Kirtan Ghosha
- b) Bhakti Sutra
- c) Mahabharata
- d) Ramayana
  Answer: a) Kirtan Ghosha
Which of the following best describes the approach of Srimanta Sankardeva towards religion?
- a) Ritualistic and exclusive
- b) Devotional and inclusive
- c) Mystical and secretive
- d) Philosophical and abstract
  Answer: b) Devotional and inclusive
Srimanta Sankardeva’s influence on Assamese theater is most notable in which form of performance?
- a) Jatra
- b) Ankiya Naat
- c) Nautanki
- d) Folk dance
  Answer: b) Ankiya Naat
What was the socio-political impact of Srimanta Sankardeva’s movement in Assam?
- a) It led to social stratification
- b) It fostered unity and social reform
- c) It resulted in political unrest
- d) It encouraged regional isolation
  Answer: b) It fostered unity and social reform
Which of the following best describes the philosophy of Srimanta Sankardeva?
- a) Dualistic and theistic
- b) Non-dualistic and monotheistic
- c) Polytheistic and ritualistic
- d) Atheistic and materialistic
  Answer: b) Non-dualistic and monotheistic
Which of the following terms is closely associated with the devotional practices introduced by Srimanta Sankardeva?
- a) Bhakti
- b) Karma
- c) Jnana
- d) Tantra
  Answer: a) Bhakti
How has Srimanta Sankardeva’s legacy been preserved in modern Assam?
- a) Through continued practice of his religious traditions
- b) By abandoning his teachings in favor of new religions
- c) By focusing solely on historical studies
- d) Through modern industrial developments
  Answer: a) Through continued practice of his religious traditions

These MCQs cover various aspects of Srimanta Sankardeva’s legacy, including his teachings, contributions to Assamese culture, and historical impact.

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