The Sualkuchi Silk Saree, known for its golden Muga silk, is a traditional attire from which district of Assam? [#2444]
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Q1. The Sualkuchi Silk Saree, known for its golden Muga silk, is a traditional attire from which district of Assam?
Q1. The Sualkuchi Silk Saree, known for its golden Muga silk, is a traditional attire from which district of Assam?
(A) Dibrugarh
(A) Dibrugarh
(A) Dibrugarh
(B) Kamrup
(B) Kamrup
(B) Kamrup
(C) Goalpara
(C) Goalpara
(C) Goalpara
(D) Nagaon
(D) Nagaon
(D) Nagaon
Answer: (B) Kamrup
Answer: (B) Kamrup
Answer: (B) Kamrup
Sualkuchi, a small town in the Kamrup district of Assam, is renowned for its silk industry, particularly for the production of Muga silk sarees. The Sualkuchi silk saree, often featuring intricate designs and the distinctive golden sheen of Muga silk, is a traditional attire and a significant part of Assam's cultural heritage. It's often referred to as the "Manchester of Assam" due to its textile industry.
Sualkuchi, a small town in the Kamrup district of Assam, is renowned for its silk industry, particularly for the production of Muga silk sarees. The Sualkuchi silk saree, often featuring intricate designs and the distinctive golden sheen of Muga silk, is a traditional attire and a significant part of Assam's cultural heritage. It's often referred to as the "Manchester of Assam" due to its textile industry.
Sualkuchi, a small town in the Kamrup district of Assam, is renowned for its silk industry, particularly for the production of Muga silk sarees. The Sualkuchi silk saree, often featuring intricate designs and the distinctive golden sheen of Muga silk, is a traditional attire and a significant part of Assam's cultural heritage. It's often referred to as the "Manchester of Assam" due to its textile industry.
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Q1. The Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd. (AMTRON) plays a key role in promoting:
Q1. The Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd. (AMTRON) plays a key role in promoting:
(A) Agriculture
(A) Agriculture
(A) Agriculture
(B) Information Technology
(B) Information Technology
(B) Information Technology
(C) Textile Industry
(C) Textile Industry
(C) Textile Industry
(D) Heavy Industries
(D) Heavy Industries
(D) Heavy Industries
Answer: (B) Information Technology
Answer: (B) Information Technology
Answer: (B) Information Technology
The Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd. (AMTRON) is a government agency in Assam that is responsible for promoting the growth and development of the electronics and information technology (IT) sector in the state. It works towards creating a conducive environment for IT industries, fostering innovation, and developing IT infrastructure in Assam.
The Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd. (AMTRON) is a government agency in Assam that is responsible for promoting the growth and development of the electronics and information technology (IT) sector in the state. It works towards creating a conducive environment for IT industries, fostering innovation, and developing IT infrastructure in Assam.
The Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd. (AMTRON) is a government agency in Assam that is responsible for promoting the growth and development of the electronics and information technology (IT) sector in the state. It works towards creating a conducive environment for IT industries, fostering innovation, and developing IT infrastructure in Assam.
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Q2. Who participated in the Kurukshetra War from Assam?
Q2. Who participated in the Kurukshetra War from Assam?
(A) Bhagadatta
(A) Bhagadatta
(A) Bhagadatta
(B) Narakasura
(B) Narakasura
(B) Narakasura
(C) Pushyavarmana
(C) Pushyavarmana
(C) Pushyavarmana
(D) Tyag Singha
(D) Tyag Singha
(D) Tyag Singha
Answer: (A) Bhagadatta
Answer: (A) Bhagadatta
Answer: (A) Bhagadatta
Bhagadatta was the son of Narakasura, and the king of Pragjyotisha in Hindu mythology. Bhagadatta was born from a limb of the asura called Bashkala. He was a renowned warrior, and was known to be a great friend of Indra.
Supratika (Bhagadatta's elephant).
Bhima killed all the elephants with his mace.
Bhagadatta was the son of Narakasura, and the king of Pragjyotisha in Hindu mythology. Bhagadatta was born from a limb of the asura called Bashkala. He was a renowned warrior, and was known to be a great friend of Indra. Supratika (Bhagadatta's elephant). Bhima killed all the elephants with his mace.
Bhagadatta was the son of Narakasura, and the king of Pragjyotisha in Hindu mythology. Bhagadatta was born from a limb of the asura called Bashkala. He was a renowned warrior, and was known to be a great friend of Indra. Supratika (Bhagadatta's elephant). Bhima killed all the elephants with his mace.
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Q3. When did Mahatma Gandhi first visit Assam?
Q3. When did Mahatma Gandhi first visit Assam?
(A) 1917
(A) 1917
(A) 1917
(B) 1920
(B) 1920
(B) 1920
(C) 1918
(C) 1918
(C) 1918
(D) 1921
(D) 1921
(D) 1921
Answer: (D) 1921
Answer: (D) 1921
Answer: (D) 1921
Mahatma Gandhi first visited Assam in August 1921. He was invited by the APCC to spread the message of non-cooperation in the state. Gandhi visited Assam four times in his lifetime: 1921, 1926, 1934, and 1946.
Mahatma Gandhi first visited Assam in August 1921. He was invited by the APCC to spread the message of non-cooperation in the state. Gandhi visited Assam four times in his lifetime: 1921, 1926, 1934, and 1946.
Mahatma Gandhi first visited Assam in August 1921. He was invited by the APCC to spread the message of non-cooperation in the state. Gandhi visited Assam four times in his lifetime: 1921, 1926, 1934, and 1946.
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Q4. The term 'Majuli,' associated with Assam, refers to:
Q4. The term 'Majuli,' associated with Assam, refers to:
(A) Largest river island in the world
(A) Largest river island in the world
(A) Largest river island in the world
(B) Capital city
(B) Capital city
(B) Capital city
(C) Major industrial hub
(C) Major industrial hub
(C) Major industrial hub
(D) Archaeological site
(D) Archaeological site
(D) Archaeological site
Answer: (A) Largest river island in the world
Answer: (A) Largest river island in the world
Answer: (A) Largest river island in the world
Majuli is a large river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam. It is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest river island. Majuli is not only geographically significant but also culturally rich, known for its Vaishnavite monasteries (satras) and unique cultural traditions. However, it faces a significant threat from erosion.
Majuli is a large river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam. It is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest river island. Majuli is not only geographically significant but also culturally rich, known for its Vaishnavite monasteries (satras) and unique cultural traditions. However, it faces a significant threat from erosion.
Majuli is a large river island in the Brahmaputra River, Assam. It is recognized by Guinness World Records as the world's largest river island. Majuli is not only geographically significant but also culturally rich, known for its Vaishnavite monasteries (satras) and unique cultural traditions. However, it faces a significant threat from erosion.
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Q5. Where was Joymati Killed?
Q5. Where was Joymati Killed?
(A) Borpathar
(A) Borpathar
(A) Borpathar
(B) Sorupathar
(B) Sorupathar
(B) Sorupathar
(C) Jerenga Pathar
(C) Jerenga Pathar
(C) Jerenga Pathar
(D) Rong Pathar
(D) Rong Pathar
(D) Rong Pathar
Answer: (C) Jerenga Pathar
Answer: (C) Jerenga Pathar
Answer: (C) Jerenga Pathar
Joymati was tortured and killed at Jerenga Pathar, which is now a part of Sivasagar district, Assam. Her sacrifice is widely remembered and celebrated in Assam, and the Joysagar tank was constructed at the site of her torture.
Joymati was tortured and killed at Jerenga Pathar, which is now a part of Sivasagar district, Assam. Her sacrifice is widely remembered and celebrated in Assam, and the Joysagar tank was constructed at the site of her torture.
Joymati was tortured and killed at Jerenga Pathar, which is now a part of Sivasagar district, Assam. Her sacrifice is widely remembered and celebrated in Assam, and the Joysagar tank was constructed at the site of her torture.
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Q6. Poki was the birthplace of which cultural icon?
Q6. Poki was the birthplace of which cultural icon?
(A) Bishnu Rabha
(A) Bishnu Rabha
(A) Bishnu Rabha
(B) Phani Sharma
(B) Phani Sharma
(B) Phani Sharma
(C) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
(C) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
(C) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
(D) Braja Sharma
(D) Braja Sharma
(D) Braja Sharma
Answer: (C) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
Answer: (C) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
Answer: (C) Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
Jyoti Prasad Agarwala, a prominent Assamese playwright, poet, writer, film director, and composer, was born in Poki. He is widely regarded as a pivotal figure in modern Assamese culture and is known for his contributions to literature, music, and cinema. He is often referred to as "Rupkonwar" (meaning "the handsome prince").
Jyoti Prasad Agarwala, a prominent Assamese playwright, poet, writer, film director, and composer, was born in Poki. He is widely regarded as a pivotal figure in modern Assamese culture and is known for his contributions to literature, music, and cinema. He is often referred to as "Rupkonwar" (meaning "the handsome prince").
Jyoti Prasad Agarwala, a prominent Assamese playwright, poet, writer, film director, and composer, was born in Poki. He is widely regarded as a pivotal figure in modern Assamese culture and is known for his contributions to literature, music, and cinema. He is often referred to as "Rupkonwar" (meaning "the handsome prince").
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Q7. The traditional Assamese form of storytelling through song and dance is known as:
Q7. The traditional Assamese form of storytelling through song and dance is known as:
(A) Bihu
(A) Bihu
(A) Bihu
(B) Ankia Nat
(B) Ankia Nat
(B) Ankia Nat
(C) Sattriya
(C) Sattriya
(C) Sattriya
(D) Ojapali
(D) Ojapali
(D) Ojapali
Answer: (D) Ojapali
Answer: (D) Ojapali
Answer: (D) Ojapali
Ojapali is a traditional form of storytelling prevalent in Assam, India, that combines elements of song, dance, and narration. It is typically performed by a group of individuals, with the lead performer (Oja) narrating the story, while the others (Pali) provide musical accompaniment and rhythmic movements. Ojapali performances often depict mythological tales, historical events, or social themes, and play an important role in preserving and transmitting cultural heritage. There are different forms of Ojapali, such as Biyah Oja, which is particularly associated with the Darrang district.
Ojapali is a traditional form of storytelling prevalent in Assam, India, that combines elements of song, dance, and narration. It is typically performed by a group of individuals, with the lead performer (Oja) narrating the story, while the others (Pali) provide musical accompaniment and rhythmic movements. Ojapali performances often depict mythological tales, historical events, or social themes, and play an important role in preserving and transmitting cultural heritage. There are different forms of Ojapali, such as Biyah Oja, which is particularly associated with the Darrang district.
Ojapali is a traditional form of storytelling prevalent in Assam, India, that combines elements of song, dance, and narration. It is typically performed by a group of individuals, with the lead performer (Oja) narrating the story, while the others (Pali) provide musical accompaniment and rhythmic movements. Ojapali performances often depict mythological tales, historical events, or social themes, and play an important role in preserving and transmitting cultural heritage. There are different forms of Ojapali, such as Biyah Oja, which is particularly associated with the Darrang district.
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Q8. On the basis of population size, which of the following is the largest tribal group in Assam?
Q8. On the basis of population size, which of the following is the largest tribal group in Assam?
(A) Mishing
(A) Mishing
(A) Mishing
(B) Karbi
(B) Karbi
(B) Karbi
(C) Garo
(C) Garo
(C) Garo
(D) Bodo
(D) Bodo
(D) Bodo
Answer: (D) Bodo
Answer: (D) Bodo
Answer: (D) Bodo
Major tribes of Assam are: Bodo (35.1%), Mishing (17.52%), Karbi (11.1%), Rabha (7.6%), Sonowal Kachari (6.5%), Lalung (5.2%), Garo (4.2%), and Dimasa tribes (3.2%). They constitute ninety per cent ST population of the state.
Major tribes of Assam are: Bodo (35.1%), Mishing (17.52%), Karbi (11.1%), Rabha (7.6%), Sonowal Kachari (6.5%), Lalung (5.2%), Garo (4.2%), and Dimasa tribes (3.2%). They constitute ninety per cent ST population of the state.
Major tribes of Assam are: Bodo (35.1%), Mishing (17.52%), Karbi (11.1%), Rabha (7.6%), Sonowal Kachari (6.5%), Lalung (5.2%), Garo (4.2%), and Dimasa tribes (3.2%). They constitute ninety per cent ST population of the state.
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Q9. The novel 'Iyat Ekhan Aaronya Asil' in 2021 was written by which author, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
Q9. The novel 'Iyat Ekhan Aaronya Asil' in 2021 was written by which author, a recipient of the Assam Sahitya Akademi award?
(A) Pranavjyoti Deka
(A) Pranavjyoti Deka
(A) Pranavjyoti Deka
(B) Manoj Kumar Goswami
(B) Manoj Kumar Goswami
(B) Manoj Kumar Goswami
(C) Anuradha Sarma Pujari
(C) Anuradha Sarma Pujari
(C) Anuradha Sarma Pujari
(D) Apurba Kumar Saikia
(D) Apurba Kumar Saikia
(D) Apurba Kumar Saikia
Answer: (C) Anuradha Sarma Pujari
Answer: (C) Anuradha Sarma Pujari
Answer: (C) Anuradha Sarma Pujari
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".
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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Q10. For what is Sarthebari famous?
Q10. For what is Sarthebari famous?
(A) Brass metal
(A) Brass metal
(A) Brass metal
(B) Bell metal
(B) Bell metal
(B) Bell metal
(C) Gold
(C) Gold
(C) Gold
(D) Silver
(D) Silver
(D) Silver
Answer: (B) Bell metal
Answer: (B) Bell metal
Answer: (B) Bell metal
Sarthebari is renowned for its centuries-old tradition of bell metal craft. Artisans in Sarthebari create a wide range of utensils and decorative items using a unique technique passed down through generations.
Sarthebari is renowned for its centuries-old tradition of bell metal craft. Artisans in Sarthebari create a wide range of utensils and decorative items using a unique technique passed down through generations.
Sarthebari is renowned for its centuries-old tradition of bell metal craft. Artisans in Sarthebari create a wide range of utensils and decorative items using a unique technique passed down through generations.
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