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.
Q1. Which of the following village of Assam is mentioned in Kautilya's Arthashastra? Q1. Which of the following village of Assam is mentioned in Kautilya's Arthashastra?
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Q2. The novel 'Iyat Ekhan Aaronya Asil' in 2021 was written by which author, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award? Q2. The novel 'Iyat Ekhan Aaronya Asil' in 2021 was written by which author, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
Anuradha Sarma Pujari is an acclaimed Assamese writer who was honored with the Assam Sahitya Akademi award in 2021 for her novel "Iyat Ekhan Aaronya Asil".Anuradha Sarma Pujari is an acclaimed Assamese writer who was honored with the Assam Sahitya Akademi award in 2021 for her novel "Iyat Ekhan Aaronya Asil".
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Q3. Which Assamese writer is known by the pen name "Mamoni Raisom Goswami"? Q3. Which Assamese writer is known by the pen name "Mamoni Raisom Goswami"?
Indira Goswami, a renowned Assamese writer, is widely known by her pen name "Mamoni Raisom Goswami." She was a prominent figure in Assamese literature, known for her insightful novels and social commentary.Indira Goswami, a renowned Assamese writer, is widely known by her pen name "Mamoni Raisom Goswami." She was a prominent figure in Assamese literature, known for her insightful novels and social commentary.
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Q4. What is the scientific name for Assam tea? Q4. What is the scientific name for Assam tea?
(A) Camellia sinensis var. sinensis (A) Camellia sinensis var. sinensis
(B) Camellia sinensis var. assamica (B) Camellia sinensis var. assamica
(C) Camellia sinensis var. japonica (C) Camellia sinensis var. japonica
(D) Camellia sinensis var. pubilimba (D) Camellia sinensis var. pubilimba
Answer: (B) Camellia sinensis var. assamica Answer: (B) Camellia sinensis var. assamica
Assam tea, like all true teas, comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. However, the specific variety that is predominantly grown in Assam and gives its distinctive characteristics is Camellia sinensis var. assamica. This variety is well-suited to the hot and humid climate of Assam.Assam tea, like all true teas, comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. However, the specific variety that is predominantly grown in Assam and gives its distinctive characteristics is Camellia sinensis var. assamica. This variety is well-suited to the hot and humid climate of Assam.
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Q5. Which of the following countries does Assam share international borders with? Q5. Which of the following countries does Assam share international borders with?
(A) Bhutan and China (A) Bhutan and China
(B) China and Bangladesh (B) China and Bangladesh
(C) Bangladesh and Bhutan (C) Bangladesh and Bhutan
(D) Myanmar and Bangladesh (D) Myanmar and Bangladesh
Answer: (C) Bangladesh and Bhutan Answer: (C) Bangladesh and Bhutan
Assam shares international borders with both Bhutan to the north and Bangladesh to the south.Assam shares international borders with both Bhutan to the north and Bangladesh to the south.
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Q6. Who is known by the sobriquet / nickname "Bagmibor" in Assamese literature? Q6. Who is known by the sobriquet / nickname "Bagmibor" in Assamese literature?
(A) Phani Sarma (A) Phani Sarma
(B) Nilmoni Phukan Sr (B) Nilmoni Phukan Sr
(C) Rajanikanta Bordoloi (C) Rajanikanta Bordoloi
(D) Raghunath Choudhary (D) Raghunath Choudhary
Answer: (B) Nilmoni Phukan Sr Answer: (B) Nilmoni Phukan Sr
Nilmoni Phukan Sr. was a prominent Assamese writer, poet, freedom fighter, and politician. He was a powerful orator, earning him the title "Bagmibor" (The Great Orator) in Assamese literature.Nilmoni Phukan Sr. was a prominent Assamese writer, poet, freedom fighter, and politician. He was a powerful orator, earning him the title "Bagmibor" (The Great Orator) in Assamese literature.
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Q7. In which year was the Assam Oil Company formed? Q7. 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.
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Q8. Who became the initial Christian priest in Assam? Q8. Who became the initial Christian priest in Assam?
(A) Allan Bond (A) Allan Bond
(B) David Scott (B) David Scott
(C) Henry Nicholls (C) Henry Nicholls
(D) Nathan Brown (D) Nathan Brown
Answer: (D) Nathan Brown Answer: (D) Nathan Brown
Nathan Brown and Oliver T. Cutter were the first American Baptist missionaries to arrive in Assam in 1836. Nathan Brown is considered the first Christian priest in Assam.Nathan Brown and Oliver T. Cutter were the first American Baptist missionaries to arrive in Assam in 1836. Nathan Brown is considered the first Christian priest in Assam.
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Q9. Which of the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam, known for its rich biodiversity? Q9. Which of the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Assam, known for its rich biodiversity?
(A) Kaziranga National Park (A) Kaziranga National Park
(B) Manas National Park (B) Manas National Park
(C) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park (C) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
(D) Nameri National Park (D) Nameri National Park
Answer: (B) Manas National Park Answer: (B) Manas National Park
Manas National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Assam, renowned for its diverse flora and fauna. It is home to endangered species like the great Indian one-horned rhinoceros, tigers, and golden langurs.Manas National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Assam, renowned for its diverse flora and fauna. It is home to endangered species like the great Indian one-horned rhinoceros, tigers, and golden langurs.
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Q10. In which year was Gopinath Bordoloi arrested for participating in the freedom movement? Q10. In which year was Gopinath Bordoloi arrested for participating in the freedom movement?
(A) 1922 (A) 1922
(B) 1915 (B) 1915
(C) 1918 (C) 1918
(D) 1920 (D) 1920
Answer: (A) 1922 Answer: (A) 1922
He actively participated in the fight for independence. Bordoloi gave up his law practice to engage deeply in the Non-co-operation movement. He was arrested in 1922 for his involvement, and pur in jail for a year.He actively participated in the fight for independence. Bordoloi gave up his law practice to engage deeply in the Non-co-operation movement. He was arrested in 1922 for his involvement, and pur in jail for a year.