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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. The Me-Dam-Me-Phi festival is celebrated by
Q1. The Me-Dam-Me-Phi festival is celebrated by
Answer: (B) Ahom
Ahom
Q2. From which year is Asom Divas or Sukaphaa Divas celebrated on 2nd December?
Q2. 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.
Q3. When was a trade treaty signed between Gaurinath Singha and Captain Welsh?
Q3. When was a trade treaty signed between Gaurinath Singha and Captain Welsh?
Answer: (C) 1793
To evaluate how at the invitation of the Ahom king Gaurinath Singha the British came to Assam and how in the name of establishing peace in Assam persuaded the king to sign a commercial treaty with him on 28th Feb, 1793.
Q4. Who introduced the Buranji written in Assam?
Q4. Who introduced the Buranji written in Assam?
Answer: (A) The Ahom
Sukapha, the founder of the Ahom kingdom, is credited with initiating the tradition of writing Buranjis, which are historical chronicles and records.
Q5. The chronicle named 'Sri Sri Swarganarayan Maharajor Jonmokotha' was written during the reign of?
Q5. The chronicle named 'Sri Sri Swarganarayan Maharajor Jonmokotha' was written during the reign of?
Answer: (D) Suhungmung
The chronicle Sri Sri Swarganarayan Maharajor Jonmokotha was written during the reign of Suhungmung (1497-1539). Suhungmung was the first Ahom ruler to take the Hindu title "Swarganarayan". The chronicle connects the lineage of the Ahom kings to the Hindu god Indra.
Q6. What is the name of Siva Singha's first wife who excavated the Gaurisagar Tank?
Q6. What is the name of Siva Singha's first wife who excavated the Gaurisagar Tank?
Answer: (A) Barraja Phuleshwari
Bar Raja Phuleswari Konwari, the first wife of King Siva Singha, is credited with excavating the Gaurisagar Tank. She was a powerful queen who also constructed three significant temples on the tank's banks.
Q7. Which Ahom monarch relocated his capital to Charagua near Dihing?
Q7. Which Ahom monarch relocated his capital to Charagua near Dihing?
Answer: (A) Sudangpha
Sudangpha shifted his capital to Charagua near Dihing.
Q8. Which temple was built by 'Dor Raja' Ambika?
Q8. Which temple was built by 'Dor Raja' Ambika?
Answer: (B) Shivadoul
The Siva Dol, a prominent landmark in Sivasagar, Assam, was built by 'Dor Raja' Ambika, the queen of Ahom king Swargadeo Siba Singha, in 1734. This towering temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is a significant example of Ahom architecture.
Q9. At the end of which war, Yandaboo treaty was signed?
Q9. At the end of which war, Yandaboo treaty was signed?
Answer: (C) First Anglo Burmese War
The Treaty of Yandabo (February 1826) formally ended the First Anglo-Burmese War. The treaty was signed on 24 February 1826, nearly two years after the war formally broke out on 5 March 1824, by General Sir Archibald Campbell on the British side, and the Governor of Legaing Maha Min Hla Kyaw Htin from the Burmese side, without any due permission and consent of the Ahom kingdom, Kachari kingdom or the other territories covered in the treaty. With the British army at Yandabo village, only 80 km (50 mi) from the capital Ava, the Burmese were forced to accept the British terms without discussion.
Q10. Who was known as Bhaganiya Roja?
Q10. Who was known as Bhaganiya Roja?
Answer: (C) Jayadhwaj Singha
Sutamla aka Jayadhwaj Singha, a king of the Ahom dynasty, was called Bhagania Roja due to his flight from the Mughal invader Mir Jumla.
Q11. Which ancient Assamese kingdom was known for its strong navy and military under Lachit Borphukan?
Q11. Which ancient Assamese kingdom was known for its strong navy and military under Lachit Borphukan?
Answer: (A) Ahom Kingdom
The Ahom Kingdom, which ruled Assam for over six centuries, was renowned for its powerful military and, especially, its strong navy. This naval strength played a key role in their resistance against the Mughal Empire. Lachit Borphukan, a celebrated Ahom general, is particularly famous for his leadership in the Battle of Saraighat (1671) where his strategic brilliance and naval tactics led to a decisive Ahom victory against the Mughals, halting their expansion into Assam.
Q12. Who was Kuranganayani?
Q12. Who was Kuranganayani?
Answer: (B) Ahom Queen
Kuranganayani was a Manipuri princess who married the Ahom King Rajeswar Singha. After his death, she was forcibly married by the Moamoria rebel leader, Raghab Borbarua. She played a key role in Raghab's assassination and the subsequent restoration of Lakshmi Singha to the Ahom throne. Her story is intertwined with the turbulent period of the Moamoria rebellion in Assam.
Q13. Which Ahom king is credited with building the famous Kareng Ghar, a royal palace and fortification, in the 17th century?
Q13. Which Ahom king is credited with building the famous Kareng Ghar, a royal palace and fortification, in the 17th century?
Answer: (C) Gadadhar Singha
Gadadhar Singha, also known as Gadadhar Singha Suklengmung, was an Ahom king who ruled from 1681 to 1696. He is credited with building the famous Kareng Ghar, a royal palace and fortification, in the 17th century. Kareng Ghar is considered one of the most important architectural achievements of the Ahom kingdom.
Q14. Badanchandra was assassinated in 1818 by whom?
Q14. Badanchandra was assassinated in 1818 by whom?
Answer: (B) Subedar Rup Singh
Badan Chandra Barphukan was assassinated by Subedar Rup Singh in 1818. Badan Chandra Barphukan was the chief of Ahom forces in Lower Assam. He betrayed the kingdom by inviting the Burmese to invade Assam. The Burmese installed him as the Prime minister.
Q15. Where did the Ahoms establish their final capital?
Q15. Where did the Ahoms establish their final capital?
Answer: (B) Jorhat
The Ahoms established their final capital at Rangpur (present-day Jorhat). This city remained the capital of the Ahom kingdom until its downfall in the 18th century.
Q16. Which Ahom ruler was known by the title Lora Roja?
Q16. Which Ahom ruler was known by the title Lora Roja?
Answer: (D) Sulikpha
Swargodeo Sulikphaa, an Ahom king, was commonly known as Lora Raja, which means "Boy King". He was given the name Sulikphaa by an Ahom priest and Ratnadhwaj Singha by a Hindu priest because he was young when he became king.
Q17. Which Swargadeo relocated the capital of the Ahom Kingdom from Garhgaon to Rangpur?
Q17. Which Swargadeo relocated the capital of the Ahom Kingdom from Garhgaon to Rangpur?
Answer: (A) Rudra Singha
Swargadeo Rudra Singha, a renowned Ahom king, relocated the capital of the Ahom Kingdom from Garhgaon to Rangpur in 1696. This move was strategic to protect the kingdom from Mughal invasions.
Q18. When did English forces occupied Gauhati from the Burmese?
Q18. When did English forces occupied Gauhati from the Burmese?
Answer: (C) 1824
The British occupied Guwahati on March 28, 1824, during the First Anglo-Burmese War. The war lasted from 1824 to 1826 and was the first of three wars between the British and Burmese empires in the 19th century. The British captured Guwahati, Raha, and Nowgong in less than a month. The British also made administrative arrangements by October 1824. The war resulted in parts of Burma coming under the control of the East India Company. Assam became a part of India in 1826 after the Treaty of Yandaboo.
Q19. Who was the spouse of Kuranganayani?
Q19. Who was the spouse of Kuranganayani?
Answer: (D) Rajeswar Singha
Kuranganayani, a Manipuri princess, was married to the Ahom king Rajeswar Singha. Their marriage played a significant role in the relationship between the Ahom and Manipuri kingdoms.
Q20. During the reign of which Ahom King Shaktism become very strong?
Q20. During the reign of which Ahom King Shaktism become very strong?
Answer: (A) Siva Singha
Shaktism became strong during the reign of the Ahom kings Gadadhar Singha (1682–1696) and Siva Singha (1714–). Siva Singha was a strong Shakta and was influenced by Brahmins. He made Shaktism the state religion.