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Category Description: The Ahom Kingdom was a powerful dynasty that ruled over the Brahmaputra Valley in present-day Assam, India, from the 13th to the 19th century. Established by Sukaphaa, a Tai prince from Mong Mao, the Ahoms were known for their military prowess, administrative efficiency, and unique cultural traditions. Despite facing threats from the Mughal Empire and the Burmese, the Ahoms managed to maintain their independence for nearly 600 years. Their rule significantly shaped the history and culture of Assam, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to be celebrated today.
Q1. Where was Joymati Killed?
Q1. Where was Joymati Killed?
Answer: (C) Jerenga Pathar
Joymati was tortured and killed at Jerenga Pathar, which is now a part of Sivasagar district, Assam. Her sacrifice is widely remembered and celebrated in Assam, and the Joysagar tank was constructed at the site of her torture.
Q2. What is name the final battle between Ahom and Mughal?
Q2. What is name the final battle between Ahom and Mughal?
Answer: (B) Battle of Itakhuli
Battle of Itakhuli
Q3. Which Ahom king witnessed the occurrence of Dondoa Droh?
Q3. Which Ahom king witnessed the occurrence of Dondoa Droh?
Answer: (B) Kamaleshwar Singha
Kamaleshwar Singha
Q4. Which Ahom king is also known as 'Bamuni Konwar'?
Q4. Which Ahom king is also known as 'Bamuni Konwar'?
Answer: (C) Sudangphaa
Sudangphaa (1397–1407), the first Ahom king to perform the coronation ceremony, was also known as Bamuni Konwar. The name comes from being raised in a Brahmin household. Although he introduced Hindu practices to the Ahom community, he didn't convert to Hinduism himself. He also established the practice of Singarigharutha, the Ahom king's coronation ceremony.
Q5. Which dynasty ruled Assam for the longest period?
Q5. Which dynasty ruled Assam for the longest period?
Answer: (C) Ahom Dynasty
The Ahom dynasty ruled Assam for over six centuries, leaving a significant impact on the region's culture and heritage.
Q6. The Ahom dynasty, which ruled Assam for several centuries, originated from which region?
Q6. The Ahom dynasty, which ruled Assam for several centuries, originated from which region?
Answer: (B) Yunnan
The Ahom dynasty, which ruled Assam for over six centuries, originated from the Tai people of Yunnan Province in southwestern China. Led by Sukaphaa, they migrated to Assam in the 13th century and established their kingdom, gradually expanding their control over the region.
Q7. The Mughal general who invaded Garhgaon was
Q7. The Mughal general who invaded Garhgaon was
Answer: (C) Mir Jumla
Mir Jumla
Q8. Who hatched the conspiracy to kill Badanchandra?
Q8. Who hatched the conspiracy to kill Badanchandra?
Answer: (C) Numali Rajmao
Badanchandra was assassinated in 1818 by a Subedar named Rup Singh in a conspiracy hatched by Numali Rajmao, mother of King Chandrakanta,and a few officials.
Q9. In Sukapha's era, the position of Bargohain was established. Who was the inaugural Bargohain?
Q9. In Sukapha's era, the position of Bargohain was established. Who was the inaugural Bargohain?
Answer: (C) Kang Ngan
Thao Mong Kang Ngan
Q10. Which battle is considered to be the last battle fought to revive the independence of Assam?
Q10. Which battle is considered to be the last battle fought to revive the independence of Assam?
Answer: (A) Battle of Mahargarh
The Battle of Mohgarh, which took place on April 26, 1824, is considered the last battle fought to revive the independence of Assam. The Ahoms lost the battle to the Mans (Burmese), ending their 600-year rule.
Q11. The initial Ahom-Koch War transpired during the rule of which monarch in 1546 A.D.?
Q11. The initial Ahom-Koch War transpired during the rule of which monarch in 1546 A.D.?
Answer: (C) Suklengmung
The initial Ahom-Koch War took place during the rule of Suklenmung, the tenth Ahom king. He ruled from 1532 to 1552 AD.
Q12. Who was the last independent Ahom King?
Q12. Who was the last independent Ahom King?
Answer: (D) Purandar Singha
Purandar Singha
Q13. Tipam, the first Ahom headquarters founded by Sukapha, is situated between
Q13. Tipam, the first Ahom headquarters founded by Sukapha, is situated between
Answer: (B) Burhi Dihing and Disang
Burhi Dihing and Disang
Q14. Which king conducted the first organized population census in Assam?
Q14. Which king conducted the first organized population census in Assam?
Answer: (A) Suhungmung
Suhungmung was the Ahom king who conducted the first state-wide census of adult males in Assam in 1510. The census was called a piyal.
Q15. The Chief of the Ahom Military during the reign of Chuhungmung and the husband of Mula Gabhoru was
Q15. The Chief of the Ahom Military during the reign of Chuhungmung and the husband of Mula Gabhoru was
Answer: (B) Frashenmung Borgohain
Phrasengmong Borgohain was the chief of the Ahom military during the reign of Ahom king Suhungmung. He was also the husband of Mula Gabhoru, the daughter of the previous Ahom king, Supimphaa.
Q16. Billeswar Devalaya of Nalbari bulit by which Ahom King?
Q16. Billeswar Devalaya of Nalbari bulit by which Ahom King?
Answer: (A) Siva Singh
Siva Singh
Q17. The Tripura Buranjis were authored by?
Q17. The Tripura Buranjis were authored by?
Answer: (A) Ratna Kandali and Arjun Das Bairagee
The Tripura Buranji is a historical account of the diplomatic relations between the Ahom and Tripura kingdoms. It was authored by Ratna Kandali Sarma Kataki and Arjun Das Bairagi Kataki, who were envoys of the Ahom kingdom.
Q18. Which Satra was established by Ahom King Jayaddhwaj Singha?
Q18. Which Satra was established by Ahom King Jayaddhwaj Singha?
Answer: (A) Aauniati Satra
Sri Sri Auniati Satra, located in Majuli, Assam, was established by the Ahom King Jayaddhwaj Singha.
Q19. Who was the first 'Mantri Barphukan'?
Q19. Who was the first 'Mantri Barphukan'?
Answer: (C) Badanchandra Barphukan
Badan Chandra Barphukan was the chief of Ahom forces in Lower Assam and betrayed the kingdom by inviting the Burmese to invade Assam. He was installed as the Prime minister by the Burmese and later assassinated by Subedar Rup Singh in 1818.
Q20. From which year is Asom Divas or Sukaphaa Divas celebrated on 2nd December?
Q20. From which year is Asom Divas or Sukaphaa Divas celebrated on 2nd December?
Answer: (A) 1996
Since 1996, December 2 has been celebrated in Assam as the Sukaphaa Divas, or Asom Divas (Assam Day), to commemorate the advent of the first king of the Ahom kingdom in Assam after his journey over the Patkai Hills.