Q1. What is considered the precursor of mobile theatres in Assam? Q1. What is considered the precursor of mobile theatres in Assam?
(A) Naamghar (A) Naamghar
(B) Yatra Party (B) Yatra Party
(C) Satra (C) Satra
(D) Dance-drama (D) Dance-drama
Answer: (B) Yatra Party Answer: (B) Yatra Party
While various traditional theatrical forms existed in Assam, the Yatra Party is considered the most direct precursor to mobile theatre. Yatra parties were traveling troupes that performed plays, often based on mythological or historical themes, for audiences in different locations. This tradition of traveling performance troupes laid the groundwork for the development of mobile theatre, which adopted and modernized this concept. While Ankia Nat and Bhaona contributed to Assamese theatrical traditions, they weren't traveling troupes in the same way as the Yatra and thus not the direct predecessor of mobile theatre's format.While various traditional theatrical forms existed in Assam, the Yatra Party is considered the most direct precursor to mobile theatre. Yatra parties were traveling troupes that performed plays, often based on mythological or historical themes, for audiences in different locations. This tradition of traveling performance troupes laid the groundwork for the development of mobile theatre, which adopted and modernized this concept. While Ankia Nat and Bhaona contributed to Assamese theatrical traditions, they weren't traveling troupes in the same way as the Yatra and thus not the direct predecessor of mobile theatre's format.
Pramatta Singha was an Ahom king who ruled from 1744 to 1751. He is known for his patronage of the arts and culture, and commissioned the construction of the Rudreshwar and Sukleshwar Devalaya. These two Hindu temples are significant architectural and cultural landmarks in Assam.Pramatta Singha was an Ahom king who ruled from 1744 to 1751. He is known for his patronage of the arts and culture, and commissioned the construction of the Rudreshwar and Sukleshwar Devalaya. These two Hindu temples are significant architectural and cultural landmarks in Assam.
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. British annexed the Brahmaputra Valley or the then Assam Province into the Indian British Empire in the year of? Q3. British annexed the Brahmaputra Valley or the then Assam Province into the Indian British Empire in the year of?
Q4. In which year was the Assam Oil Company formed? Q4. In which year was the Assam Oil Company formed?
(A) 1880 (A) 1880
(B) 1887 (B) 1887
(C) 1892 (C) 1892
(D) 1899 (D) 1899
Answer: (D) 1899 Answer: (D) 1899
The Assam Oil Company was formed in 1899 to take over the oil interests of the Assam Railways and Trading Company (AR&T) in the Digboi-Makum area.The Assam Oil Company was formed in 1899 to take over the oil interests of the Assam Railways and Trading Company (AR&T) in the Digboi-Makum area.
Q5. In which year, the capital of Assam shifted from Shillong to Dispur? Q5. In which year, the capital of Assam shifted from Shillong to Dispur?
(A) 1975 (A) 1975
(B) 1971 (B) 1971
(C) 1973 (C) 1973
(D) 1970 (D) 1970
Answer: (C) 1973 Answer: (C) 1973
Dispur became the capital in the year 1973.
In 1874 Shillong was made the capital of the new province of Assam. Dispur became the capital in 1973, when Shillong the erstwhile capital, became the capital of the state of Meghalaya that was carved out of Assam.Dispur became the capital in the year 1973.
In 1874 Shillong was made the capital of the new province of Assam. Dispur became the capital in 1973, when Shillong the erstwhile capital, became the capital of the state of Meghalaya that was carved out of Assam.
Bhuban Mohan Baruah, (BMB=KB), a prominent Assamese novelist and short story writer, often used the pen name 'Kanchan Baruah' for his literary works.Bhuban Mohan Baruah, (BMB=KB), a prominent Assamese novelist and short story writer, often used the pen name 'Kanchan Baruah' for his literary works.
Q7. Who was the first Assamese to participate in Olympic from undivided Assam? Q7. Who was the first Assamese to participate in Olympic from undivided Assam?
Talimeren Ao
He was the first captain of independent India’s first football team, he led the country to the 1948 London Olympics.Talimeren Ao
He was the first captain of independent India’s first football team, he led the country to the 1948 London Olympics.
Q8. In which year the Baan Theatre established? Q8. In which year the Baan Theatre established?
(A) 1910 (A) 1910
(B) 1905 (B) 1905
(C) 1906 (C) 1906
(D) 1920 (D) 1920
Answer: (C) 1906 Answer: (C) 1906
Baan Theatre, a renowned and historically significant theatre group in Assam, was established in the year 1906. It has played a vital role in the development and promotion of Assamese drama and theatre. Located in Tezpur, it is one of the oldest and most influential theatre groups in the region.Baan Theatre, a renowned and historically significant theatre group in Assam, was established in the year 1906. It has played a vital role in the development and promotion of Assamese drama and theatre. Located in Tezpur, it is one of the oldest and most influential theatre groups in the region.
Kamalakanta Bhattacharya, a prominent Assamese essayist and poet, is popularly known as 'Agnikobi' (Fire Poet) for his fiery nationalism, strong social and political views, and passionate advocacy for Assamese language and culture.Kamalakanta Bhattacharya, a prominent Assamese essayist and poet, is popularly known as 'Agnikobi' (Fire Poet) for his fiery nationalism, strong social and political views, and passionate advocacy for Assamese language and culture.
Q10. Which of the following is considered the second Kashi in Assam? Q10. Which of the following is considered the second Kashi in Assam?
(A) Kamakhya (A) Kamakhya
(B) Navagraha (B) Navagraha
(C) Sri Surya Pahar (C) Sri Surya Pahar
(D) Agnigarh (D) Agnigarh
Answer: (C) Sri Surya Pahar Answer: (C) Sri Surya Pahar
Sri Surya Pahar is a significant archaeological site in Assam, known for its numerous rock-cut Shivalingas and other religious artifacts. It is often referred to as the "second Kashi" due to the high concentration of Shivalingas, reminiscent of the holy city of Kashi (Varanasi). Legend states that Vyasa engraved 99,999 Shiva Lingas here, aiming to create a second Kashi (where there are 100,000). While less widely known than other Assamese landmarks, it holds considerable religious and historical importance.Sri Surya Pahar is a significant archaeological site in Assam, known for its numerous rock-cut Shivalingas and other religious artifacts. It is often referred to as the "second Kashi" due to the high concentration of Shivalingas, reminiscent of the holy city of Kashi (Varanasi). Legend states that Vyasa engraved 99,999 Shiva Lingas here, aiming to create a second Kashi (where there are 100,000). While less widely known than other Assamese landmarks, it holds considerable religious and historical importance.