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Assam is a state in northeastern India, south of the eastern Himalayas along the Brahmaputra and Barak River valleys. Assam covers an area of 78,438 km2 (30,285 sq mi).
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Category Description: Assam is a state in northeastern India, south of the eastern Himalayas along the Brahmaputra and Barak River valleys. Assam covers an area of 78,438 km2 (30,285 sq mi). The state is bordered by Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh to the north; Nagaland and Manipur to the east; Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram and Bangladesh to the south; and West Bengal to the west. Assamese and Boro are the official languages of Assam, while Bengali is an additional official language in the Barak Valley. History of Assam consists of various histories of tribes - Ahom, Bodo, Kachari, Rabha, etc. Lets explore history of Assam in the form of MCQ Quiz.
Q1. Burmese invaded Assam for the second time in?
Q1. Burmese invaded Assam for the second time in?
Answer: (C) 1819
Answer: (C) 1819
Answer: (C) 1819
The second Burmese invasion of Assam took place on February 15, 1819. The Burmese army, led by Kiamingi (Ala Mingi Borgohain), was met by an army led by Jagannath Dhekial Phukan at Phulapanichiga, near Janji. The Burmese army was defeated, losing about 300 soldiers, and retreated a short distance.
The second Burmese invasion of Assam took place on February 15, 1819. The Burmese army, led by Kiamingi (Ala Mingi Borgohain), was met by an army led by Jagannath Dhekial Phukan at Phulapanichiga, near Janji. The Burmese army was defeated, losing about 300 soldiers, and retreated a short distance.
The second Burmese invasion of Assam took place on February 15, 1819. The Burmese army, led by Kiamingi (Ala Mingi Borgohain), was met by an army led by Jagannath Dhekial Phukan at Phulapanichiga, near Janji. The Burmese army was defeated, losing about 300 soldiers, and retreated a short distance.
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Q2. When was Asomiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha formed?
Q2. When was Asomiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha formed?
Answer: (C) 1888
Answer: (C) 1888
Answer: (C) 1888
The Asomiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha (Oxomiya Bhaxa Unnati Xadhini Xobha) was established on August 25, 1888. The literary organization's main goal was to develop the Assamese language and literature. The society's first secretary was Shivaram Sarma Bordoloi.
The Asomiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha (Oxomiya Bhaxa Unnati Xadhini Xobha) was established on August 25, 1888. The literary organization's main goal was to develop the Assamese language and literature. The society's first secretary was Shivaram Sarma Bordoloi.
The Asomiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha (Oxomiya Bhaxa Unnati Xadhini Xobha) was established on August 25, 1888. The literary organization's main goal was to develop the Assamese language and literature. The society's first secretary was Shivaram Sarma Bordoloi.
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Q3. Which ancient kingdom of the Brahmaputra Valley was ruled by the Varman dynasty?
Q3. Which ancient kingdom of the Brahmaputra Valley was ruled by the Varman dynasty?
Answer: (B) Kamarupa
Answer: (B) Kamarupa
Answer: (B) Kamarupa
The Varman dynasty ruled the ancient kingdom of Kamarupa in the Brahmaputra Valley from the 4th to the 7th century CE. During their reign, they built several temples, monuments, and cities, and developed a distinct culture that blended Indian and Southeast Asian influences.
The Varman dynasty ruled the ancient kingdom of Kamarupa in the Brahmaputra Valley from the 4th to the 7th century CE. During their reign, they built several temples, monuments, and cities, and developed a distinct culture that blended Indian and Southeast Asian influences.
The Varman dynasty ruled the ancient kingdom of Kamarupa in the Brahmaputra Valley from the 4th to the 7th century CE. During their reign, they built several temples, monuments, and cities, and developed a distinct culture that blended Indian and Southeast Asian influences.
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Q4. Burmese invaded Assam for the third time in?
Q4. Burmese invaded Assam for the third time in?
Answer: (D) 1821
Answer: (D) 1821
Answer: (D) 1821
The third Burmese invasion of Assam took place in 1821.
In 1819, Bagyidaw became the king of Burma and decided to annex Assam. In February 1821, he sent Mingimaha Tilwa to Assam. Patalang Borbarua was killed and Chandrakanta Singha fled to Guwahati.
The third Burmese invasion of Assam took place in 1821. In 1819, Bagyidaw became the king of Burma and decided to annex Assam. In February 1821, he sent Mingimaha Tilwa to Assam. Patalang Borbarua was killed and Chandrakanta Singha fled to Guwahati.
The third Burmese invasion of Assam took place in 1821. In 1819, Bagyidaw became the king of Burma and decided to annex Assam. In February 1821, he sent Mingimaha Tilwa to Assam. Patalang Borbarua was killed and Chandrakanta Singha fled to Guwahati.
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Q5. Which period is often refers to as 'Maanar Din'?
Q5. Which period is often refers to as 'Maanar Din'?
Answer: (D) 1821-1826
Answer: (D) 1821-1826
Answer: (D) 1821-1826
The period between 1821 and 1826 is often referred to as "Maanar Din". The term is Assamese for "The days/period of the Burmese".
The period refers to the time when the Kingdom of Assam was under the control of Burma. The period is remembered with horror by the people of Assam.
The period was the climactic period of the Ahom kingdom. The population of Assam was greatly reduced by 2/3 and 1/3 of the men and boys were killed during this period.
The period between 1821 and 1826 is often referred to as "Maanar Din". The term is Assamese for "The days/period of the Burmese". The period refers to the time when the Kingdom of Assam was under the control of Burma. The period is remembered with horror by the people of Assam. The period was the climactic period of the Ahom kingdom. The population of Assam was greatly reduced by 2/3 and 1/3 of the men and boys were killed during this period.
The period between 1821 and 1826 is often referred to as "Maanar Din". The term is Assamese for "The days/period of the Burmese". The period refers to the time when the Kingdom of Assam was under the control of Burma. The period is remembered with horror by the people of Assam. The period was the climactic period of the Ahom kingdom. The population of Assam was greatly reduced by 2/3 and 1/3 of the men and boys were killed during this period.
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Q6. Ahoms basically belonged to?
Q6. Ahoms basically belonged to?
Answer: (C) Mongoloid
Answer: (C) Mongoloid
Answer: (C) Mongoloid
Mongoloid.
The Ahom dynasty (1228–1826) ruled the Ahom Kingdom in present-day Assam, India for nearly 598 years. The dynasty was established by Sukaphaa, a Shan prince of Mong Mao (present-day Yunnan, China) who came to Assam after crossing the Patkai mountains.
Mongoloid. The Ahom dynasty (1228–1826) ruled the Ahom Kingdom in present-day Assam, India for nearly 598 years. The dynasty was established by Sukaphaa, a Shan prince of Mong Mao (present-day Yunnan, China) who came to Assam after crossing the Patkai mountains.
Mongoloid. The Ahom dynasty (1228–1826) ruled the Ahom Kingdom in present-day Assam, India for nearly 598 years. The dynasty was established by Sukaphaa, a Shan prince of Mong Mao (present-day Yunnan, China) who came to Assam after crossing the Patkai mountains.
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Q7. When did English forces occupied Gauhati from the Burmese?
Q7. When did English forces occupied Gauhati from the Burmese?
Answer: (C) 1824
Answer: (C) 1824
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.
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.
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.
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Q8. Against whom did Mula Gabharu died fighting with?
Q8. Against whom did Mula Gabharu died fighting with?
Answer: (D) Turbaq
Answer: (D) Turbaq
Answer: (D) Turbaq
On the fourth day of the war, she saw her husband's murderer, the commander Turbak Khan. Seeing her husband's murderer in the war zone, Nang Mula bravely fought with Turbak Khan. But Turbak Khan was a trained fighter and so he killed Mula Gabharu. After her death, the Ahom soldiers were awakened in new strength.
On the fourth day of the war, she saw her husband's murderer, the commander Turbak Khan. Seeing her husband's murderer in the war zone, Nang Mula bravely fought with Turbak Khan. But Turbak Khan was a trained fighter and so he killed Mula Gabharu. After her death, the Ahom soldiers were awakened in new strength.
On the fourth day of the war, she saw her husband's murderer, the commander Turbak Khan. Seeing her husband's murderer in the war zone, Nang Mula bravely fought with Turbak Khan. But Turbak Khan was a trained fighter and so he killed Mula Gabharu. After her death, the Ahom soldiers were awakened in new strength.
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Q9. Which famous battle is associated with the Ahom kingdom's defense against the Mughal empire?
Q9. Which famous battle is associated with the Ahom kingdom's defense against the Mughal empire?
Answer: (D) Battle of Saraighat
Answer: (D) Battle of Saraighat
Answer: (D) Battle of Saraighat
The Battle of Saraighat was a crucial naval battle fought between the Ahom kingdom and the Mughal empire, with the Ahoms emerging victorious under the leadership of Lachit Borphukan.
The Battle of Saraighat was a crucial naval battle fought between the Ahom kingdom and the Mughal empire, with the Ahoms emerging victorious under the leadership of Lachit Borphukan.
The Battle of Saraighat was a crucial naval battle fought between the Ahom kingdom and the Mughal empire, with the Ahoms emerging victorious under the leadership of Lachit Borphukan.
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Q10. At the end of which war, Yandaboo treaty was signed?
Q10. At the end of which war, Yandaboo treaty was signed?
Answer: (C) First Anglo Burmese War
Answer: (C) First Anglo Burmese War
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.
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.
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.
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Q11. Which ancient Assamese kingdom was known for its rich cultural heritage and was ruled by the Varman dynasty?
Q11. Which ancient Assamese kingdom was known for its rich cultural heritage and was ruled by the Varman dynasty?
Answer: (B) Kamarupa Kingdom
Answer: (B) Kamarupa Kingdom
Answer: (B) Kamarupa Kingdom
The Kamarupa Kingdom was an ancient Assamese kingdom that existed from the 4th to the 12th century. It was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its art, literature, and architecture. The kingdom was ruled by the Varman dynasty and was a major center of learning and culture in ancient India. The Varman dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom of Assam from 350–655 CE.
The Kamarupa Kingdom was an ancient Assamese kingdom that existed from the 4th to the 12th century. It was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its art, literature, and architecture. The kingdom was ruled by the Varman dynasty and was a major center of learning and culture in ancient India. The Varman dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom of Assam from 350–655 CE.
The Kamarupa Kingdom was an ancient Assamese kingdom that existed from the 4th to the 12th century. It was known for its rich cultural heritage, including its art, literature, and architecture. The kingdom was ruled by the Varman dynasty and was a major center of learning and culture in ancient India. The Varman dynasty ruled the Kamarupa kingdom of Assam from 350–655 CE.
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Q12. Which British colonial official is credited with introducing the tea industry to Assam in the 19th century?
Q12. Which British colonial official is credited with introducing the tea industry to Assam in the 19th century?
Answer: (A) Robert Bruce
Answer: (A) Robert Bruce
Answer: (A) Robert Bruce
Robert Bruce was a British colonial official who is credited with introducing the tea industry to Assam in the 19th century. He discovered the wild tea plants growing in the region and recognized the potential for tea cultivation. His efforts led to the establishment of the first tea gardens in Assam, which eventually made the region one of the largest tea-producing areas in the world.
Robert Bruce was a British colonial official who is credited with introducing the tea industry to Assam in the 19th century. He discovered the wild tea plants growing in the region and recognized the potential for tea cultivation. His efforts led to the establishment of the first tea gardens in Assam, which eventually made the region one of the largest tea-producing areas in the world.
Robert Bruce was a British colonial official who is credited with introducing the tea industry to Assam in the 19th century. He discovered the wild tea plants growing in the region and recognized the potential for tea cultivation. His efforts led to the establishment of the first tea gardens in Assam, which eventually made the region one of the largest tea-producing areas in the world.
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Q13. When did the peasant revolt of Patharughat take place?
Q13. When did the peasant revolt of Patharughat take place?
Answer: (A) 1894
Answer: (A) 1894
Answer: (A) 1894
The Patharughat Peasants' Uprising took place on January 28, 1894. The uprising occurred in Patharughat, a small village in Assam's Darrang district, northeast of Guwahati.
The Patharughat Peasants' Uprising took place on January 28, 1894. The uprising occurred in Patharughat, a small village in Assam's Darrang district, northeast of Guwahati.
The Patharughat Peasants' Uprising took place on January 28, 1894. The uprising occurred in Patharughat, a small village in Assam's Darrang district, northeast of Guwahati.
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Q14. Which archaeological site in Assam is famous for its ancient ruins and inscriptions, and is believed to be the ancient capital of the Kamarupa Kingdom?
Q14. Which archaeological site in Assam is famous for its ancient ruins and inscriptions, and is believed to be the ancient capital of the Kamarupa Kingdom?
Answer: (A) Ambari
Answer: (A) Ambari
Answer: (A) Ambari
Ambari is an archaeological site in Guwahati, Assam, that is famous for its ancient ruins and inscriptions. It is believed to be the ancient capital of the Kamarupa Kingdom and dates back to the 4th century AD.
Ambari is an archaeological site in Guwahati, Assam, that is famous for its ancient ruins and inscriptions. It is believed to be the ancient capital of the Kamarupa Kingdom and dates back to the 4th century AD.
Ambari is an archaeological site in Guwahati, Assam, that is famous for its ancient ruins and inscriptions. It is believed to be the ancient capital of the Kamarupa Kingdom and dates back to the 4th century AD.
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Q15. Which Assamese movement, led by students and intellectuals, protested against the Assam Accord and demanded greater autonomy for Assam, leading to a violent crackdown by the government in 1983?
Q15. Which Assamese movement, led by students and intellectuals, protested against the Assam Accord and demanded greater autonomy for Assam, leading to a violent crackdown by the government in 1983?
Answer: (A) Assam Movement
Answer: (A) Assam Movement
Answer: (A) Assam Movement
The Assam Movement, also known as the Assam Agitation, was a student-led movement that began in 1979 and continued until 1985. It protested against the Assam Accord, which granted citizenship to illegal immigrants, and demanded greater autonomy for Assam. The movement turned violent in 1983, with the government cracking down on protesters, leading to widespread unrest and bloodshed.
The Assam Movement, also known as the Assam Agitation, was a student-led movement that began in 1979 and continued until 1985. It protested against the Assam Accord, which granted citizenship to illegal immigrants, and demanded greater autonomy for Assam. The movement turned violent in 1983, with the government cracking down on protesters, leading to widespread unrest and bloodshed.
The Assam Movement, also known as the Assam Agitation, was a student-led movement that began in 1979 and continued until 1985. It protested against the Assam Accord, which granted citizenship to illegal immigrants, and demanded greater autonomy for Assam. The movement turned violent in 1983, with the government cracking down on protesters, leading to widespread unrest and bloodshed.
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Q16. Who was Kuranganayani?
Q16. Who was Kuranganayani?
Answer: (B) Ahom Queen
Answer: (B) Ahom Queen
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.
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.
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.
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Q17. Which Ahom king was defeated in the battle of Mahargarh?
Q17. Which Ahom king was defeated in the battle of Mahargarh?
Answer: (D) Chandrakanta Singha
Answer: (D) Chandrakanta Singha
Answer: (D) Chandrakanta Singha
Chandrakanta Singha, a Tungkhungia king of the Ahom dynasty, was defeated in the Battle of Mahargarh. The battle took place on April 26, 1824, and ended the Ahoms' 600-year rule.
Chandrakanta Singha, a Tungkhungia king of the Ahom dynasty, was defeated in the Battle of Mahargarh. The battle took place on April 26, 1824, and ended the Ahoms' 600-year rule.
Chandrakanta Singha, a Tungkhungia king of the Ahom dynasty, was defeated in the Battle of Mahargarh. The battle took place on April 26, 1824, and ended the Ahoms' 600-year rule.
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Q18. To whom did Laluk Sola Borphukan surrender Guwahati
Q18. To whom did Laluk Sola Borphukan surrender Guwahati
Answer: (D) Prince Azam Tara
Answer: (D) Prince Azam Tara
Answer: (D) Prince Azam Tara
Prince Azam Tara
Prince Azam Tara
Prince Azam Tara
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Q19. When was the Assam Tea Company established?
Q19. When was the Assam Tea Company established?
Answer: (C) 1839
Answer: (C) 1839
Answer: (C) 1839
The Assam Tea Company, a pioneering company in the Indian tea industry, was established in 1839. This marked a significant step in the organized cultivation and commercialization of tea in Assam, which had been discovered to have indigenous tea plants. The company played a vital role in developing tea plantations and establishing Assam as a major tea-producing region.
The Assam Tea Company, a pioneering company in the Indian tea industry, was established in 1839. This marked a significant step in the organized cultivation and commercialization of tea in Assam, which had been discovered to have indigenous tea plants. The company played a vital role in developing tea plantations and establishing Assam as a major tea-producing region.
The Assam Tea Company, a pioneering company in the Indian tea industry, was established in 1839. This marked a significant step in the organized cultivation and commercialization of tea in Assam, which had been discovered to have indigenous tea plants. The company played a vital role in developing tea plantations and establishing Assam as a major tea-producing region.
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Q20. The Tripura Buranjis were authored by?
Q20. The Tripura Buranjis were authored by?
Answer: (A) Ratna Kandali and Arjun Das Bairagee
Answer: (A) Ratna Kandali and Arjun Das Bairagee
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.
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.
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.
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