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. Who compiled and published the first Assamese dictionary in 1867? Q1. Who compiled and published the first Assamese dictionary in 1867?
(A) Nathan Brown (A) Nathan Brown
(B) Oliver Cutter (B) Oliver Cutter
(C) Hiren Gohain (C) Hiren Gohain
(D) Miles Bronson (D) Miles Bronson
Answer: (D) Miles Bronson Answer: (D) Miles Bronson
American Baptist missionary Dr. Miles Bronson compiled and published the first Assamese dictionary in 1867. The dictionary, titled A Dictionary in Assamese and English, was published by the American Baptist Mission Press in Sibsagar, Assam. The dictionary is now out of print.American Baptist missionary Dr. Miles Bronson compiled and published the first Assamese dictionary in 1867. The dictionary, titled A Dictionary in Assamese and English, was published by the American Baptist Mission Press in Sibsagar, Assam. The dictionary is now out of print.
Q2. Who was the first Assamese woman to be awarded by the 'Sangeet Natak Akademi' award? Q2. Who was the first Assamese woman to be awarded by the 'Sangeet Natak Akademi' award?
Q3. Which is the largest south bank tributary of Brahmaputra? Q3. Which is the largest south bank tributary of Brahmaputra?
(A) Dikhou (A) Dikhou
(B) Jinjiram (B) Jinjiram
(C) Kapili (C) Kapili
(D) Dhansiri (D) Dhansiri
Answer: (C) Kapili Answer: (C) Kapili
The Kopili River is the largest south bank tributary of the Brahmaputra River. It flows through the states of Meghalaya and Assam before joining the Brahmaputra. The Kopili River is known for its significant water flow and plays a vital role in the region's ecology and economy.The Kopili River is the largest south bank tributary of the Brahmaputra River. It flows through the states of Meghalaya and Assam before joining the Brahmaputra. The Kopili River is known for its significant water flow and plays a vital role in the region's ecology and economy.
Q6. Which Assamese saint-reformer is credited with founding the Ek Saran Nam Dharma movement, which emphasized devotion to a single God and social reform? Q6. Which Assamese saint-reformer is credited with founding the Ek Saran Nam Dharma movement, which emphasized devotion to a single God and social reform?
Srimanta Sankardev was a 15th-century Assamese saint-reformer who founded the Ek Saran Nam Dharma movement, which emphasized devotion to a single God (Krishna) and social reform. He is credited with creating a new era of cultural and religious awakening in Assam.Srimanta Sankardev was a 15th-century Assamese saint-reformer who founded the Ek Saran Nam Dharma movement, which emphasized devotion to a single God (Krishna) and social reform. He is credited with creating a new era of cultural and religious awakening in Assam.
Q7. What is the predominant religion in Assam? Q7. What is the predominant religion in Assam?
(A) Hinduism (A) Hinduism
(B) Islam (B) Islam
(C) Christianity (C) Christianity
(D) Buddhism (D) Buddhism
Answer: (A) Hinduism Answer: (A) Hinduism
Hinduism is the predominant religion in Assam. According to the 2011 census, approximately 61.47% of the population in Assam adheres to Hinduism.Hinduism is the predominant religion in Assam. According to the 2011 census, approximately 61.47% of the population in Assam adheres to Hinduism.
Q8. Which natural hazard affects Assam the most? Q8. Which natural hazard affects Assam the most?
(A) Earthquake (A) Earthquake
(B) Flood (B) Flood
(C) Cyclone (C) Cyclone
(D) Avalanche (D) Avalanche
Answer: (B) Flood Answer: (B) Flood
Floods are the most significant natural hazard affecting Assam. The state's geographical location, with its numerous rivers and heavy rainfall, makes it highly susceptible to frequent and severe flooding. The Brahmaputra River and its tributaries, along with the Barak River system, often overflow during the monsoon season, causing widespread devastation.Floods are the most significant natural hazard affecting Assam. The state's geographical location, with its numerous rivers and heavy rainfall, makes it highly susceptible to frequent and severe flooding. The Brahmaputra River and its tributaries, along with the Barak River system, often overflow during the monsoon season, causing widespread devastation.
Q10. The novel "Kaka Deutar Har" was written by which author in 1975, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award? Q10. The novel "Kaka Deutar Har" was written by which author in 1975, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
Nabakanta Barua is a renowned Assamese writer and poet who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1975 for his novel "Kaka Deutar Har".Nabakanta Barua is a renowned Assamese writer and poet who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1975 for his novel "Kaka Deutar Har".
