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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. Against whom did Mula Gabharu died fighting with?
Q1. 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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Q2. Which Assamese cultural icon is credited with creating the traditional Assamese art form of "Bhaona", a form of classical dance and drama?
Q2. Which Assamese cultural icon is credited with creating the traditional Assamese art form of "Bhaona", a form of classical dance and drama?
Answer: (A) Srimanta Sankardev
Answer: (A) Srimanta Sankardev
Answer: (A) Srimanta Sankardev
Srimanta Sankardev, a 15th-century Assamese saint-reformer, is credited with creating the traditional Assamese art form of "Bhaona", a unique blend of classical dance and drama. Bhaona is an integral part of Assamese cultural heritage and is still performed today.
Srimanta Sankardev, a 15th-century Assamese saint-reformer, is credited with creating the traditional Assamese art form of "Bhaona", a unique blend of classical dance and drama. Bhaona is an integral part of Assamese cultural heritage and is still performed today.
Srimanta Sankardev, a 15th-century Assamese saint-reformer, is credited with creating the traditional Assamese art form of "Bhaona", a unique blend of classical dance and drama. Bhaona is an integral part of Assamese cultural heritage and is still performed today.
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Q3. What was the first capital of Ahom kingdom?
Q3. What was the first capital of Ahom kingdom?
Answer: (A) Charaideo
Answer: (A) Charaideo
Answer: (A) Charaideo
Charaideo or Che-Rai-Doi (Literally: the shining city on the hills in Ahom language) is a town in Charaideo district, Assam, India and was also the first capital of the Ahom kingdom established by the first Ahom king Chao Lung Siu-Ka-Pha in 1253.
Charaideo or Che-Rai-Doi (Literally: the shining city on the hills in Ahom language) is a town in Charaideo district, Assam, India and was also the first capital of the Ahom kingdom established by the first Ahom king Chao Lung Siu-Ka-Pha in 1253.
Charaideo or Che-Rai-Doi (Literally: the shining city on the hills in Ahom language) is a town in Charaideo district, Assam, India and was also the first capital of the Ahom kingdom established by the first Ahom king Chao Lung Siu-Ka-Pha in 1253.
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Q4. Through which pass did Ahom entered Assam?
Q4. Through which pass did Ahom entered Assam?
Answer: (C) Patkai Pass
Answer: (C) Patkai Pass
Answer: (C) Patkai Pass
The Ahom kingdom was established in 1228 CE when Sukaphaa, a Shan prince of Mong Mao entered the Brahmaputra valley through the Patkai pass.
The Ahom kingdom was established in 1228 CE when Sukaphaa, a Shan prince of Mong Mao entered the Brahmaputra valley through the Patkai pass.
The Ahom kingdom was established in 1228 CE when Sukaphaa, a Shan prince of Mong Mao entered the Brahmaputra valley through the Patkai pass.
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Q5. Burmese army entered Assam in 1817 through?
Q5. Burmese army entered Assam in 1817 through?
Answer: (D) Patkai
Answer: (D) Patkai
Answer: (D) Patkai
The Burmese army entered Assam in January 1817 through Patkai pass, led by General Bhamo and Badan Chandra Borphukan. The first battle was fought on March 27, 1817 at Ghiradari, where the Assamese army was outnumbered and surrendered within a week.
The Burmese army entered Assam in January 1817 through Patkai pass, led by General Bhamo and Badan Chandra Borphukan. The first battle was fought on March 27, 1817 at Ghiradari, where the Assamese army was outnumbered and surrendered within a week.
The Burmese army entered Assam in January 1817 through Patkai pass, led by General Bhamo and Badan Chandra Borphukan. The first battle was fought on March 27, 1817 at Ghiradari, where the Assamese army was outnumbered and surrendered within a week.
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Q6. Hiuen Tsang visited Assam during the reign of?
Q6. Hiuen Tsang visited Assam during the reign of?
Answer: (D) Kumar Bhaskar Varman
Answer: (D) Kumar Bhaskar Varman
Answer: (D) Kumar Bhaskar Varman
Kumar Bhaskar Varman
Kumar Bhaskar Varman
Kumar Bhaskar Varman
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Q7. Which Ahom king was known as 'Maane Pata Raja'?
Q7. Which Ahom king was known as 'Maane Pata Raja'?
Answer: (B) Jogeshwar Singha
Answer: (B) Jogeshwar Singha
Answer: (B) Jogeshwar Singha
Being a puppet in the hands of the Burmese, Jogeswar Singha was unable to exercise any authority, during his reign. People use to refer him as “Maane pota Raja”, means king installed by Burmese.
Being a puppet in the hands of the Burmese, Jogeswar Singha was unable to exercise any authority, during his reign. People use to refer him as “Maane pota Raja”, means king installed by Burmese.
Being a puppet in the hands of the Burmese, Jogeswar Singha was unable to exercise any authority, during his reign. People use to refer him as “Maane pota Raja”, means king installed by Burmese.
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Q8. Which British administrator is credited with introducing the Assam Railway and the Assam Tea Company, and is often referred to as the "Maker of Modern Assam"?
Q8. Which British administrator is credited with introducing the Assam Railway and the Assam Tea Company, and is often referred to as the "Maker of Modern Assam"?
Answer: (D) Henry Cotton
Answer: (D) Henry Cotton
Answer: (D) Henry Cotton
Henry Cotton was a British administrator who served as the Chief Commissioner of Assam from 1896 to 1902. He is credited with introducing the Assam Railway and the Assam Tea Company, and is often referred to as the "Maker of Modern Assam" for his contributions to the state's development.
Henry Cotton was a British administrator who served as the Chief Commissioner of Assam from 1896 to 1902. He is credited with introducing the Assam Railway and the Assam Tea Company, and is often referred to as the "Maker of Modern Assam" for his contributions to the state's development.
Henry Cotton was a British administrator who served as the Chief Commissioner of Assam from 1896 to 1902. He is credited with introducing the Assam Railway and the Assam Tea Company, and is often referred to as the "Maker of Modern Assam" for his contributions to the state's development.
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Q9. Who was hanged along with Maniram Dewan?
Q9. Who was hanged along with Maniram Dewan?
Answer: (A) Piyali Barua
Answer: (A) Piyali Barua
Answer: (A) Piyali Barua
Maniram Dewan and Piyali Barua were charged with treason. On 26 February 1858, they were both hanged by the British in public at Jorhat. Their capital punishment shocked the entire Assam valley, which had not witnessed such public executions for a long time.
Maniram Dewan and Piyali Barua were charged with treason. On 26 February 1858, they were both hanged by the British in public at Jorhat. Their capital punishment shocked the entire Assam valley, which had not witnessed such public executions for a long time.
Maniram Dewan and Piyali Barua were charged with treason. On 26 February 1858, they were both hanged by the British in public at Jorhat. Their capital punishment shocked the entire Assam valley, which had not witnessed such public executions for a long time.
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Q10. Which period is often refers to as 'Maanar Din'?
Q10. 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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Q11. The chief of the Singphos was known as?
Q11. The chief of the Singphos was known as?
Answer: (C) Gaum
Answer: (C) Gaum
Answer: (C) Gaum
The Singphos are divided into clans, each with a chief known as a "Gaum". The main clans include Bessa, Duffa, Luttao, Luttora, Tesari, Mirip, Lophae, Lutong, and Magrong.
In 1823, Bessa Gaum was the Singpho chief who allowed Robert Bruce to take some tea plants and seeds. Some tea leaves were sent to the Botanical Gardens in Calcutta, where the plant was identified as a variety of tea. Tea experts credit Bisa Gam with the discovery of tea in Assam in 1823.
The Singphos are divided into clans, each with a chief known as a "Gaum". The main clans include Bessa, Duffa, Luttao, Luttora, Tesari, Mirip, Lophae, Lutong, and Magrong. In 1823, Bessa Gaum was the Singpho chief who allowed Robert Bruce to take some tea plants and seeds. Some tea leaves were sent to the Botanical Gardens in Calcutta, where the plant was identified as a variety of tea. Tea experts credit Bisa Gam with the discovery of tea in Assam in 1823.
The Singphos are divided into clans, each with a chief known as a "Gaum". The main clans include Bessa, Duffa, Luttao, Luttora, Tesari, Mirip, Lophae, Lutong, and Magrong. In 1823, Bessa Gaum was the Singpho chief who allowed Robert Bruce to take some tea plants and seeds. Some tea leaves were sent to the Botanical Gardens in Calcutta, where the plant was identified as a variety of tea. Tea experts credit Bisa Gam with the discovery of tea in Assam in 1823.
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Q12. Which Ahom king is credited with building the famous Kareng Ghar, a royal palace and fortification, in the 17th century?
Q12. Which Ahom king is credited with building the famous Kareng Ghar, a royal palace and fortification, in the 17th century?
Answer: (C) Gadadhar Singha
Answer: (C) Gadadhar Singha
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.
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.
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.
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Q13. The title 'Burah Raja' was associated with which Ahom king?
Q13. The title 'Burah Raja' was associated with which Ahom king?
Answer: (B) Pratap Singha
Answer: (B) Pratap Singha
Answer: (B) Pratap Singha
The title “Burha Raja” (Assamese for "Old King") is associated with the 17th Ahom king, Pratap Singha, also known as Susenghphaa. He was given this name because he was already older when he became king around 1545 and ruled until 1641.
The title “Burha Raja” (Assamese for "Old King") is associated with the 17th Ahom king, Pratap Singha, also known as Susenghphaa. He was given this name because he was already older when he became king around 1545 and ruled until 1641.
The title “Burha Raja” (Assamese for "Old King") is associated with the 17th Ahom king, Pratap Singha, also known as Susenghphaa. He was given this name because he was already older when he became king around 1545 and ruled until 1641.
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Q14. Who was the founder of the Koch dynasty that ruled Assam in the 16th century?
Q14. Who was the founder of the Koch dynasty that ruled Assam in the 16th century?
Answer: (A) Vishwa Singha
Answer: (A) Vishwa Singha
Answer: (A) Vishwa Singha
Biswa Singha (1515–1540) is considered the founder of the Koch dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Assam and Bengal in the 16th century. He unified various Bodo tribes, replaced the Baro-Bhuyans, and established the dynasty in the erstwhile Kamata Kingdom. His son, Naranarayan, is considered the dynasty's greatest monarch, extending his power over a large part of Assam and southward into what became the British district of Rangpur.
Biswa Singha (1515–1540) is considered the founder of the Koch dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Assam and Bengal in the 16th century. He unified various Bodo tribes, replaced the Baro-Bhuyans, and established the dynasty in the erstwhile Kamata Kingdom. His son, Naranarayan, is considered the dynasty's greatest monarch, extending his power over a large part of Assam and southward into what became the British district of Rangpur.
Biswa Singha (1515–1540) is considered the founder of the Koch dynasty, which ruled parts of present-day Assam and Bengal in the 16th century. He unified various Bodo tribes, replaced the Baro-Bhuyans, and established the dynasty in the erstwhile Kamata Kingdom. His son, Naranarayan, is considered the dynasty's greatest monarch, extending his power over a large part of Assam and southward into what became the British district of Rangpur.
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Q15. When was Asomiya Bhasa Unnati Sadhini Sabha formed?
Q15. 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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Q16. At the end of which war, Yandaboo treaty was signed?
Q16. 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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Q17. Who tried the case of Maniram Dewan?
Q17. Who tried the case of Maniram Dewan?
Answer: (D) Charles Holroyd
Answer: (D) Charles Holroyd
Answer: (D) Charles Holroyd
Maniram was taken into custody at Calcutta and brought to Jorhat to stand trial. Altogether 30 individuals were tried by Captain Charles Holroyd, district officer of Sibsagar, appointed special commissioner to preside over the `Conspiracy Case'.
Maniram was taken into custody at Calcutta and brought to Jorhat to stand trial. Altogether 30 individuals were tried by Captain Charles Holroyd, district officer of Sibsagar, appointed special commissioner to preside over the `Conspiracy Case'.
Maniram was taken into custody at Calcutta and brought to Jorhat to stand trial. Altogether 30 individuals were tried by Captain Charles Holroyd, district officer of Sibsagar, appointed special commissioner to preside over the `Conspiracy Case'.
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Q18. When was Saraighat bridge constructed?
Q18. When was Saraighat bridge constructed?
Answer: (B) 1962
Answer: (B) 1962
Answer: (B) 1962
The Saraighat Bridge (1.492 km) was constructed between 1959 and 1962. When it was completed, it was India's longest bridge and the third-longest in Asia. The bridge was completed in September 1962 and the first engine rolled across it on 23 September 1962, followed by Goods Train service from 31 October that year. The roadway opened in March 1963.
The Saraighat Bridge is the first bridge in Assam to cross the Brahmaputra River. It connects north Guwahati to Guwahati city.
The Saraighat Bridge (1.492 km) was constructed between 1959 and 1962. When it was completed, it was India's longest bridge and the third-longest in Asia. The bridge was completed in September 1962 and the first engine rolled across it on 23 September 1962, followed by Goods Train service from 31 October that year. The roadway opened in March 1963. The Saraighat Bridge is the first bridge in Assam to cross the Brahmaputra River. It connects north Guwahati to Guwahati city.
The Saraighat Bridge (1.492 km) was constructed between 1959 and 1962. When it was completed, it was India's longest bridge and the third-longest in Asia. The bridge was completed in September 1962 and the first engine rolled across it on 23 September 1962, followed by Goods Train service from 31 October that year. The roadway opened in March 1963. The Saraighat Bridge is the first bridge in Assam to cross the Brahmaputra River. It connects north Guwahati to Guwahati city.
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Q19. When did the peasant revolt of Rangia take place?
Q19. When did the peasant revolt of Rangia take place?
Answer: (C) 1893
Answer: (C) 1893
Answer: (C) 1893
The peasant revolt of Rangia took place on December 24, 1893, when the people of Rangia ransacked the Rangia market. The revolt was a result of a 70–100% increase in land tax by Sir William Ward, the Chief Commissioner of Assam. The peasants of Rangiya Village in the Kamrup district of Assam rose against the British government in 1893–94, demanding a reduction in taxation.
The peasant revolt of Rangia took place on December 24, 1893, when the people of Rangia ransacked the Rangia market. The revolt was a result of a 70–100% increase in land tax by Sir William Ward, the Chief Commissioner of Assam. The peasants of Rangiya Village in the Kamrup district of Assam rose against the British government in 1893–94, demanding a reduction in taxation.
The peasant revolt of Rangia took place on December 24, 1893, when the people of Rangia ransacked the Rangia market. The revolt was a result of a 70–100% increase in land tax by Sir William Ward, the Chief Commissioner of Assam. The peasants of Rangiya Village in the Kamrup district of Assam rose against the British government in 1893–94, demanding a reduction in taxation.
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Q20. Which ancient Assamese kingdom was known for its rich cultural heritage and was ruled by the Varman dynasty?
Q20. 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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