Q1. The traditional Assamese form of storytelling through song and dance is known as: Q1. The traditional Assamese form of storytelling through song and dance is known as:
(A) Bihu (A) Bihu
(B) Ankia Nat (B) Ankia Nat
(C) Sattriya (C) Sattriya
(D) Ojapali (D) Ojapali
Answer: (D) Ojapali Answer: (D) Ojapali
Ojapali is a traditional form of storytelling prevalent in Assam, India, that combines elements of song, dance, and narration. It is typically performed by a group of individuals, with the lead performer (Oja) narrating the story, while the others (Pali) provide musical accompaniment and rhythmic movements. Ojapali performances often depict mythological tales, historical events, or social themes, and play an important role in preserving and transmitting cultural heritage. There are different forms of Ojapali, such as Biyah Oja, which is particularly associated with the Darrang district.Ojapali is a traditional form of storytelling prevalent in Assam, India, that combines elements of song, dance, and narration. It is typically performed by a group of individuals, with the lead performer (Oja) narrating the story, while the others (Pali) provide musical accompaniment and rhythmic movements. Ojapali performances often depict mythological tales, historical events, or social themes, and play an important role in preserving and transmitting cultural heritage. There are different forms of Ojapali, such as Biyah Oja, which is particularly associated with the Darrang district.
Q2. Bodoland Territorial Council is a result of which of the following Constitutional provisions? Q2. Bodoland Territorial Council is a result of which of the following Constitutional provisions?
The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) is an autonomous council established under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India in 2003. The BTC is the result of the Memorandum of Settlement between the Government of India, the Government of Assam, and Bodo Liberation Tigers, signed on February 10, 2003.The Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) is an autonomous council established under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India in 2003. The BTC is the result of the Memorandum of Settlement between the Government of India, the Government of Assam, and Bodo Liberation Tigers, signed on February 10, 2003.
Q3. Who was the King of Burma during the first Burmese invasion of March, 1817? Q3. Who was the King of Burma during the first Burmese invasion of March, 1817?
(A) Bagyidaw (A) Bagyidaw
(B) Bodawpaya (B) Bodawpaya
(C) Alaungpaya (C) Alaungpaya
(D) Thibaw Min (D) Thibaw Min
Answer: (B) Bodawpaya Answer: (B) Bodawpaya
King Bodawpaya was the ruler of Burma during the first Burmese invasion of Assam in March 1817.King Bodawpaya was the ruler of Burma during the first Burmese invasion of Assam in March 1817.
Q4. Poa Mecca and Hoygriv Madhab Temple is at which place of Assam? Q4. Poa Mecca and Hoygriv Madhab Temple is at which place of Assam?
(A) Sibsagar (A) Sibsagar
(B) Tezpur (B) Tezpur
(C) Dumunichowki (C) Dumunichowki
(D) Hajo (D) Hajo
Answer: (D) Hajo Answer: (D) Hajo
Poa Mecca and Hayagriva Madhab Temple are both located in Hajo, a small town in Assam's Kamrup district, near Guwahati.Poa Mecca and Hayagriva Madhab Temple are both located in Hajo, a small town in Assam's Kamrup district, near Guwahati.
Q6. The novel 'Deou Langkhui' in 2008 was written by which author, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award? Q6. The novel 'Deou Langkhui' in 2008 was written by which author, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
Rita Choudhury is a prominent Assamese writer who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2008 for her novel "Deou Langkhui".Rita Choudhury is a prominent Assamese writer who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2008 for her novel "Deou Langkhui".
Q7. What is the total area of the Brahmaputra Valley? Q7. What is the total area of the Brahmaputra Valley?
(A) 56,000 sq km (A) 56,000 sq km
(B) 56,964 sq km (B) 56,964 sq km
(C) 56,500 sq km (C) 56,500 sq km
(D) 56,274 sq.km (D) 56,274 sq.km
Answer: (D) 56,274 sq.km Answer: (D) 56,274 sq.km
The Brahmaputra Valley, also known as the Assam Valley, covers an area of approximately 56,274 square kilometers, accounting for about 69% of the total area of Assam.The Brahmaputra Valley, also known as the Assam Valley, covers an area of approximately 56,274 square kilometers, accounting for about 69% of the total area of Assam.
Q8. When did bank erosion in Majuli begin after an earthquake? Q8. When did bank erosion in Majuli begin after an earthquake?
(A) 1950 (A) 1950
(B) 1988 (B) 1988
(C) 1970 (C) 1970
(D) 1930 (D) 1930
Answer: (A) 1950 Answer: (A) 1950
According to available information, significant bank erosion in Majuli, Assam, began after the major earthquake of 1950. This earthquake caused substantial changes in the Brahmaputra riverbed, leading to increased erosion of the island's banks.According to available information, significant bank erosion in Majuli, Assam, began after the major earthquake of 1950. This earthquake caused substantial changes in the Brahmaputra riverbed, leading to increased erosion of the island's banks.
Q9. The Chutiya Kingdom was established by whom? Q9. The Chutiya Kingdom was established by whom?
(A) Ratnadhwajpal (A) Ratnadhwajpal
(B) Vijayadhwajpal (B) Vijayadhwajpal
(C) Karmadhwajpal (C) Karmadhwajpal
(D) Birpal (D) Birpal
Answer: (D) Birpal Answer: (D) Birpal
Birpal was a Chutiya chieftain who united several smaller Chutiya kingdoms to form the larger Sutiya Kingdom. Birpal, also known as Gayapal, Bibar, or Birbar, is the legendary founder of the Chutia kingdom. Birpal claimed to be a descendant of an ancestral king named Virmukka.Birpal was a Chutiya chieftain who united several smaller Chutiya kingdoms to form the larger Sutiya Kingdom. Birpal, also known as Gayapal, Bibar, or Birbar, is the legendary founder of the Chutia kingdom. Birpal claimed to be a descendant of an ancestral king named Virmukka.
Q10. The pre-monsoon condition in Assam is known as Q10. The pre-monsoon condition in Assam is known as
(A) Mango Shower (A) Mango Shower
(B) Kalbaishakhi (B) Kalbaishakhi
(C) Norwester (C) Norwester
(D) Bordoichila (D) Bordoichila
Answer: (D) Bordoichila Answer: (D) Bordoichila
Bordoisila in Assam, is a severe pre-monsoon thunderstorm that occurs in the eastern parts of India, including Assam. It is characterized by strong winds, heavy rainfall, and sometimes hailstorms.Bordoisila in Assam, is a severe pre-monsoon thunderstorm that occurs in the eastern parts of India, including Assam. It is characterized by strong winds, heavy rainfall, and sometimes hailstorms.
