Q1. The famous Assamese historical figure and saint associated with the Neo-Vaishnavite movement is Q1. The famous Assamese historical figure and saint associated with the Neo-Vaishnavite movement is
(A) Sankardev (A) Sankardev
(B) Lachit Borphukan (B) Lachit Borphukan
(C) Sukaphaa (C) Sukaphaa
(D) Bir Chilarai (D) Bir Chilarai
Answer: (A) Sankardev Answer: (A) Sankardev
Srimanta Sankaradeva was a 15th-16th century Assamese polymath, saint-scholar, social reformer, poet, playwright, and the principal figure in the Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam. His teachings, known as Ekasarana Dharma, centered on devotion to Lord Krishna and advocated for a casteless society. He established Sattras (monasteries) and Namghars (prayer halls) which became vital socio-religious institutions. Sankaradeva's prolific literary works include Borgeets (devotional songs), Ankia Naats (plays), and he is credited with developing the classical dance form Sattriya. His influence profoundly shaped Assamese culture and continues to resonate today.Srimanta Sankaradeva was a 15th-16th century Assamese polymath, saint-scholar, social reformer, poet, playwright, and the principal figure in the Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam. His teachings, known as Ekasarana Dharma, centered on devotion to Lord Krishna and advocated for a casteless society. He established Sattras (monasteries) and Namghars (prayer halls) which became vital socio-religious institutions. Sankaradeva's prolific literary works include Borgeets (devotional songs), Ankia Naats (plays), and he is credited with developing the classical dance form Sattriya. His influence profoundly shaped Assamese culture and continues to resonate today.
Q1. When was the Gauhati High Court established? Q1. When was the Gauhati High Court established?
(A) August 15, 1947 (A) August 15, 1947
(B) January 26, 1950 (B) January 26, 1950
(C) April 5, 1948 (C) April 5, 1948
(D) January 21, 1972 (D) January 21, 1972
Answer: (C) April 5, 1948 Answer: (C) April 5, 1948
The Gauhati High Court was promulgated by governor general of India on 1 March 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed, establishing the high court with effect from 5 April 1948, for the then-province of Assam. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971 by the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971.The Gauhati High Court was promulgated by governor general of India on 1 March 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed, establishing the high court with effect from 5 April 1948, for the then-province of Assam. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971 by the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971.
Q3. Which district of Assam is famous for ivory craft? Q3. Which district of Assam is famous for ivory craft?
(A) Nagaon (A) Nagaon
(B) Sonitpur (B) Sonitpur
(C) Darrang (C) Darrang
(D) Barpeta (D) Barpeta
Answer: (D) Barpeta Answer: (D) Barpeta
Barpeta district in Assam has a long-standing tradition of ivory craft. Skilled artisans in the region create intricate and beautiful objects from ivory, including ornaments, toys, and images of deities.Barpeta district in Assam has a long-standing tradition of ivory craft. Skilled artisans in the region create intricate and beautiful objects from ivory, including ornaments, toys, and images of deities.
Q4. What is the highest peak in Assam? Q4. What is the highest peak in Assam?
(A) Saramati Peak (A) Saramati Peak
(B) Mt Tumjang (B) Mt Tumjang
(C) Nilgiri Hills (C) Nilgiri Hills
(D) Unnamed Peak (D) Unnamed Peak
Answer: (B) Mt Tumjang Answer: (B) Mt Tumjang
The highest peak in Assam is Mount Tumjang, which is 1,866 meters tall.
Mount Tumjang is located in the Borail Range in the Dima Hasao district of Assam. The peak is named after the village of Tumjang, which is named after the rare "Tum" tree found in the village. You can reach Mount Tumjang by trekking beyond Sielkal.The highest peak in Assam is Mount Tumjang, which is 1,866 meters tall.
Mount Tumjang is located in the Borail Range in the Dima Hasao district of Assam. The peak is named after the village of Tumjang, which is named after the rare "Tum" tree found in the village. You can reach Mount Tumjang by trekking beyond Sielkal.
Radha Govinda Baruah is referred to as the "Singhapurush" (Lion Man) in Assamese literature. He was a prominent Assamese journalist, publisher, and social reformer, known for founding The Assam Tribune, one of the leading newspapers in Northeast India.Radha Govinda Baruah is referred to as the "Singhapurush" (Lion Man) in Assamese literature. He was a prominent Assamese journalist, publisher, and social reformer, known for founding The Assam Tribune, one of the leading newspapers in Northeast India.
Q6. When was a trade treaty signed between Gaurinath Singha and Captain Welsh? Q6. When was a trade treaty signed between Gaurinath Singha and Captain Welsh?
(A) 1792 (A) 1792
(B) 1794 (B) 1794
(C) 1793 (C) 1793
(D) 1795 (D) 1795
Answer: (C) 1793 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.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.
Q8. When did the British first arrive in Assam? Q8. When did the British first arrive in Assam?
(A) 1228 (A) 1228
(B) 1757 (B) 1757
(C) 1826 (C) 1826
(D) 1857 (D) 1857
Answer: (C) 1826 Answer: (C) 1826
The British first arrived in Assam in 1824 during the First Anglo-Burmese War. Assam was occupied by British forces following the First Anglo-Burmese War and on 24 February 1826.The British first arrived in Assam in 1824 during the First Anglo-Burmese War. Assam was occupied by British forces following the First Anglo-Burmese War and on 24 February 1826.
Q10. Where did Sati's tongue fall/believed to have fallen? Q10. Where did Sati's tongue fall/believed to have fallen?
(A) Kamakhya (A) Kamakhya
(B) Dirgheswari (B) Dirgheswari
(C) Tukreswari (C) Tukreswari
(D) Navagraha (D) Navagraha
Answer: (C) Tukreswari Answer: (C) Tukreswari
Tukreswari Temple in Goalpara district, Assam is an ancient Hindu temple and is dedicated to Sati as Shakti Peetha. Shakti Peethas are shrines or divine places of Sati, believed to have enshrined with the presence of Shakti due to the falling of body parts of the corpse of Sati.Tukreswari Temple in Goalpara district, Assam is an ancient Hindu temple and is dedicated to Sati as Shakti Peetha. Shakti Peethas are shrines or divine places of Sati, believed to have enshrined with the presence of Shakti due to the falling of body parts of the corpse of Sati.