Q1. The traditional Assamese form of devotional music is known as: Q1. The traditional Assamese form of devotional music is known as:
(A) Bihu (A) Bihu
(B) Borgeet (B) Borgeet
(C) Ojapali (C) Ojapali
(D) Sattriya (D) Sattriya
Answer: (B) Borgeet Answer: (B) Borgeet
Borgeets are devotional songs composed by the 15th-16th century Assamese saint-poet Srimanta Sankaradeva and his disciple Madhavadeva. These songs are central to the Ekasarana Dharma, a Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam. Written in Brajavali, a mixed literary language, Borgeets praise Lord Krishna and narrate his divine acts. They are set to classical ragas and talas and are traditionally performed in Namghars (prayer halls) and Sattras (monasteries). Borgeets are an integral part of Assamese cultural and religious heritage.Borgeets are devotional songs composed by the 15th-16th century Assamese saint-poet Srimanta Sankaradeva and his disciple Madhavadeva. These songs are central to the Ekasarana Dharma, a Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam. Written in Brajavali, a mixed literary language, Borgeets praise Lord Krishna and narrate his divine acts. They are set to classical ragas and talas and are traditionally performed in Namghars (prayer halls) and Sattras (monasteries). Borgeets are an integral part of Assamese cultural and religious heritage.
Q1. Where was the first tea planted in Assam? Q1. Where was the first tea planted in Assam?
(A) Chinamora garden (A) Chinamora garden
(B) Shadiya (B) Shadiya
(C) Chabua (C) Chabua
(D) Chenglung (D) Chenglung
Answer: (C) Chabua Answer: (C) Chabua
Chabua town, which consists of 10 wards, is situated in Dibrugarh district in the state of Assam. Its name derives from Chah(tea) and bua(plantation). It also known as the Motherland of Tea, because first time in Asia, tea was planted in Chabua.Chabua town, which consists of 10 wards, is situated in Dibrugarh district in the state of Assam. Its name derives from Chah(tea) and bua(plantation). It also known as the Motherland of Tea, because first time in Asia, tea was planted in Chabua.
Q3. Who was the first Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court? Q3. Who was the first Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court?
(A) T V Thadani (A) T V Thadani
(B) Ronald Francis Lodge (B) Ronald Francis Lodge
(C) Holiram Deka (C) Holiram Deka
(D) Leonard Stone (D) Leonard Stone
Answer: (B) Ronald Francis Lodge Answer: (B) Ronald Francis Lodge
Sir R. F. Lodge, ICS, served as the first Chief Justice from 05-04-1948 to 07-04-1949.Sir R. F. Lodge, ICS, served as the first Chief Justice from 05-04-1948 to 07-04-1949.
Q4. To which dynasty did the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa belong? Q4. To which dynasty did the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa belong?
Narakasura, the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa, is traditionally associated with the Danava dynasty. This dynasty is primarily found in mythological and Puranic literature.Narakasura, the earliest mythological ruler of Kamrupa, is traditionally associated with the Danava dynasty. This dynasty is primarily found in mythological and Puranic literature.
Q6. Approximately what percentage of india’s tea output comes from Assam? Q6. Approximately what percentage of india’s tea output comes from Assam?
(A) 30% (A) 30%
(B) 40% (B) 40%
(C) 50% (C) 50%
(D) 60% (D) 60%
Answer: (C) 50% Answer: (C) 50%
50%
There are more than 850 tea estates and more than 2500 tea gardens in Assam covering thousands of acres of land of the state. Assam accounts for 1/6th of the tea produced in the world and 52 percent in the country.50%
There are more than 850 tea estates and more than 2500 tea gardens in Assam covering thousands of acres of land of the state. Assam accounts for 1/6th of the tea produced in the world and 52 percent in the country.
Q7. Which tribe of Assam observes Baikho puja? Q7. Which tribe of Assam observes Baikho puja?
(A) The Misings (A) The Misings
(B) The Garos (B) The Garos
(C) The Rabhas (C) The Rabhas
(D) The Bodos (D) The Bodos
Answer: (C) The Rabhas Answer: (C) The Rabhas
Baikho puja is a significant pre-harvest festival celebrated by the Rabha tribe of Assam. It is a time for thanksgiving and seeking blessings for a bountiful harvest.Baikho puja is a significant pre-harvest festival celebrated by the Rabha tribe of Assam. It is a time for thanksgiving and seeking blessings for a bountiful harvest.
Q8. When was Kaliabhomora bridge constructed? Q8. When was Kaliabhomora bridge constructed?
(A) 1878 (A) 1878
(B) 1973 (B) 1973
(C) 1987 (C) 1987
(D) 1990 (D) 1990
Answer: (C) 1987 Answer: (C) 1987
The Kaliabhomora Bridge, also known as the Kolia Bhomora Setu, was constructed from 1981 to 1987 and officially opened on April 14, 1987. The bridge is 3.05 kilometers long and connects the Sonitpur and Nagaon districts in Assam, India. It's named after the Ahom General Kalia Bhomora Phukan.The Kaliabhomora Bridge, also known as the Kolia Bhomora Setu, was constructed from 1981 to 1987 and officially opened on April 14, 1987. The bridge is 3.05 kilometers long and connects the Sonitpur and Nagaon districts in Assam, India. It's named after the Ahom General Kalia Bhomora Phukan.
Q9. When was the Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) adopted as the state flower of Assam? Q9. When was the Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) adopted as the state flower of Assam?
(A) 2000 (A) 2000
(B) 2005 (B) 2005
(C) 2003 (C) 2003
(D) 2008 (D) 2008
Answer: (C) 2003 Answer: (C) 2003
The Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) was adopted as the state flower of Assam on 4th April 2003, recognizing its unique beauty and cultural significance in the state. The pinkish-white flower blooms in April and resembles a fox's tail. It's an integral part of Assamese culture, and is often worn by Bihu dancers and used in wedding ceremonies. The flower is considered a symbol of love, fertility, and merriment.The Foxtail Orchid (Kopou Phul) was adopted as the state flower of Assam on 4th April 2003, recognizing its unique beauty and cultural significance in the state. The pinkish-white flower blooms in April and resembles a fox's tail. It's an integral part of Assamese culture, and is often worn by Bihu dancers and used in wedding ceremonies. The flower is considered a symbol of love, fertility, and merriment.
