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 these is a famous historical site in Assam, known for its unique architectural style? Q1. Which of these is a famous historical site in Assam, known for its unique architectural style?
(A) Kamakhya Temple (A) Kamakhya Temple
(B) Rang Ghar (B) Rang Ghar
(C) Umananda Temple (C) Umananda Temple
(D) Majuli Island (D) Majuli Island
Answer: (B) Rang Ghar Answer: (B) Rang Ghar
Rang Ghar is a unique amphitheater-like structure built by Ahom king Swargadeo Pratap Singha. It is renowned for its architectural beauty and historical significance.Rang Ghar is a unique amphitheater-like structure built by Ahom king Swargadeo Pratap Singha. It is renowned for its architectural beauty and historical significance.
Assam experiences a tropical monsoon climate, characterized by high humidity, heavy rainfall, and warm temperatures throughout the year.Assam experiences a tropical monsoon climate, characterized by high humidity, heavy rainfall, and warm temperatures throughout the year.
Answer: (A) An instrument Answer: (A) An instrument
A Madol is a double-sided barrel drum, a percussion instrument widely used by various ethnic groups in Northeast India, particularly in Assam, Sikkim, and among communities of Nepali origin. It's an important part of their folk music and cultural performances. It is often played during festivals, dances, and other cultural events.A Madol is a double-sided barrel drum, a percussion instrument widely used by various ethnic groups in Northeast India, particularly in Assam, Sikkim, and among communities of Nepali origin. It's an important part of their folk music and cultural performances. It is often played during festivals, dances, and other cultural events.
Ambeshwar Chetia Phukan (ACP=KK) is known as "Kobita Konwar" in Assamese literature.Ambeshwar Chetia Phukan (ACP=KK) is known as "Kobita Konwar" in Assamese literature.
Gopinath Bordoloi
AnswerMaulavi Saiyid Sir Muhammad Saadulla was the first Chief Minister (Premier) of Assam (before independence). It was in 1937, Saadulla was selected as Premier of Assam by British. He served in his post three times. After independence of India, Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi became chief minister of Assam. So, we often refer to him as the first Chief minister of Assam.Gopinath Bordoloi
AnswerMaulavi Saiyid Sir Muhammad Saadulla was the first Chief Minister (Premier) of Assam (before independence). It was in 1937, Saadulla was selected as Premier of Assam by British. He served in his post three times. After independence of India, Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi became chief minister of Assam. So, we often refer to him as the first Chief minister of Assam.
The White-winged Wood Duck, also known as Deo Hah, is the state bird of Assam. It's a rare and endangered species found primarily in the state.The White-winged Wood Duck, also known as Deo Hah, is the state bird of Assam. It's a rare and endangered species found primarily in the state.
Q8. Which temple was constructed by Ahom king Rajeswar Singha in 1752 A.D.? Q8. Which temple was constructed by Ahom king Rajeswar Singha in 1752 A.D.?
Ahom King Rajeswar Singha built the Navagraha Temple in Guwahati, Assam in 1752 AD. The temple is dedicated to the nine planets of Hindu astronomy, known as the Navagrahas.Ahom King Rajeswar Singha built the Navagraha Temple in Guwahati, Assam in 1752 AD. The temple is dedicated to the nine planets of Hindu astronomy, known as the Navagrahas.
Chandubi Lake was formed on June 12, 1897, as a result of a devastating earthquake that struck Assam.Chandubi Lake was formed on June 12, 1897, as a result of a devastating earthquake that struck Assam.
Q10. Which Assamese writer is known by the sobriquet / nickname "Roxoraj, Sahityarathi"? Q10. Which Assamese writer is known by the sobriquet / nickname "Roxoraj, Sahityarathi"?
Lakshminath Bezbaruah, a pioneer of modern Assamese literature, is known as "Roxoraj" (King of Humor) for his satirical writings and "Sahityarathi" (Charioteer of Literature) for his profound influence on Assamese literature.Lakshminath Bezbaruah, a pioneer of modern Assamese literature, is known as "Roxoraj" (King of Humor) for his satirical writings and "Sahityarathi" (Charioteer of Literature) for his profound influence on Assamese literature.
