Q1. Which of the accompanying lords wore the title of “Avanisimha”? Q1. Which of the accompanying lords wore the title of “Avanisimha”?
(A) Simhavarman (A) Simhavarman
(B) Simhavishnu (B) Simhavishnu
(C) Mahendravarman I (C) Mahendravarman I
(D) Shiva Skanda Varma (D) Shiva Skanda Varma
Answer: (B) Simhavishnu Answer: (B) Simhavishnu
Simhavishnu was a significant king of the Pallava dynasty, reigning in South India during the late 6th century CE (approximately 575-600 CE). He is widely credited with the revival and expansion of the Pallava power, establishing their dominance in the region and laying the foundation for what is often referred to as the "Greater Pallavas." His title "Avanisimha," meaning "Lion of the Earth," signifies his military prowess and his role in consolidating the Pallava kingdom by defeating various contemporary powers like the Kalabhras and extending his rule south of Kanchipuram up to the Kaveri River. He was also a patron of arts and literature, and his reign marked the beginning of a significant period in Pallava history.Simhavishnu was a significant king of the Pallava dynasty, reigning in South India during the late 6th century CE (approximately 575-600 CE). He is widely credited with the revival and expansion of the Pallava power, establishing their dominance in the region and laying the foundation for what is often referred to as the "Greater Pallavas." His title "Avanisimha," meaning "Lion of the Earth," signifies his military prowess and his role in consolidating the Pallava kingdom by defeating various contemporary powers like the Kalabhras and extending his rule south of Kanchipuram up to the Kaveri River. He was also a patron of arts and literature, and his reign marked the beginning of a significant period in Pallava history.
Q2. Kamleshwar Singha bestowed the title 'Pratap Vallabh' upon which Barphukan? Q2. Kamleshwar Singha bestowed the title 'Pratap Vallabh' upon which Barphukan?
Q3. In which year, Malladev (Nara Narayan) acquired the title Narayan? Q3. In which year, Malladev (Nara Narayan) acquired the title Narayan?
(A) 1550 (A) 1550
(B) 1500 (B) 1500
(C) 1531 (C) 1531
(D) 1540 (D) 1540
Answer: (D) 1540 Answer: (D) 1540
Malladev ascended the throne in 1540, in the same year that his father had died, and acquired the title Narayana, which was to become the dynastic title of his succeeding kings.Malladev ascended the throne in 1540, in the same year that his father had died, and acquired the title Narayana, which was to become the dynastic title of his succeeding kings.
Q5. When did Chandragupta Maurya became king? Q5. When did Chandragupta Maurya became king?
(A) 327 BC (A) 327 BC
(B) 323 BC (B) 323 BC
(C) 321 BC (C) 321 BC
(D) 297 BC (D) 297 BC
Answer: (C) 321 BC Answer: (C) 321 BC
Chandragupta Maurya (350-295 BCE) was the founder of the Maurya Empire. He reigned from 321 BCE to 297 BCE. He was the first emperor to unify most of India under one administration.Chandragupta Maurya (350-295 BCE) was the founder of the Maurya Empire. He reigned from 321 BCE to 297 BCE. He was the first emperor to unify most of India under one administration.
Q6. Which Assamese writer and scholar is credited with writing the first Assamese dictionary, "A Dictionary in Assamese and English", and is considered the "Father of Assamese Literature"? Q6. Which Assamese writer and scholar is credited with writing the first Assamese dictionary, "A Dictionary in Assamese and English", and is considered the "Father of Assamese Literature"?
Answer: (A) Hem Chandra Baruah Answer: (A) Hem Chandra Baruah
Hem Chandra Baruah was a pioneering Assamese writer, scholar, and linguist who wrote the first Assamese dictionary, "A Dictionary in Assamese and English". He is considered the "Father of Assamese Literature" for his contributions to the development of the Assamese language and literature.Hem Chandra Baruah was a pioneering Assamese writer, scholar, and linguist who wrote the first Assamese dictionary, "A Dictionary in Assamese and English". He is considered the "Father of Assamese Literature" for his contributions to the development of the Assamese language and literature.
Q7. When was the Gauhati High Court established? Q7. When was the Gauhati High Court established?
(A) August 15, 1947 (A) August 15, 1947
(B) January 26, 1950 (B) January 26, 1950
(C) April 5, 1948 (C) April 5, 1948
(D) January 21, 1972 (D) January 21, 1972
Answer: (C) April 5, 1948 Answer: (C) April 5, 1948
The Gauhati High Court was promulgated by governor general of India on 1 March 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed, establishing the high court with effect from 5 April 1948, for the then-province of Assam. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971 by the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971.The Gauhati High Court was promulgated by governor general of India on 1 March 1948 after the Government of India Act 1935 was passed, establishing the high court with effect from 5 April 1948, for the then-province of Assam. It was originally known as the High Court of Assam and Nagaland, but renamed as Gauhati High Court in 1971 by the North-Eastern Areas (Reorganisation) Act, 1971.
Q9. Who introduced co-acting on the stages of Assam? Q9. Who introduced co-acting on the stages of Assam?
(A) Jyotiprasad Agarwala (A) Jyotiprasad Agarwala
(B) Bisbnu Prasad Rabha (B) Bisbnu Prasad Rabha
(C) Phani Sharma (C) Phani Sharma
(D) Braja Sharma (D) Braja Sharma
Answer: (D) Braja Sharma Answer: (D) Braja Sharma
Brajanath Sharma, a pioneer of mobile theatre in Assam, is credited with introducing co-acting (specifically, women acting on stage) in 1933. This was a revolutionary step, as previously, female roles were typically played by men. His bold initiative opened up opportunities for women in Assamese theatre and significantly contributed to the industry's development.Brajanath Sharma, a pioneer of mobile theatre in Assam, is credited with introducing co-acting (specifically, women acting on stage) in 1933. This was a revolutionary step, as previously, female roles were typically played by men. His bold initiative opened up opportunities for women in Assamese theatre and significantly contributed to the industry's development.
Q10. Which Koch King rebuilt the Kamakhya Temple? Q10. Which Koch King rebuilt the Kamakhya Temple?
(A) Prananarayan (A) Prananarayan
(B) Biswa Singha (B) Biswa Singha
(C) Naranarayan (C) Naranarayan
(D) Raghu Deva (D) Raghu Deva
Answer: (C) Naranarayan Answer: (C) Naranarayan
Koch King Naranarayana is credited with rebuilding the Kamakhya Temple in the 16th century. He was a devout Hindu and patron of the arts and culture. The temple, dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya, is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Assam.Koch King Naranarayana is credited with rebuilding the Kamakhya Temple in the 16th century. He was a devout Hindu and patron of the arts and culture. The temple, dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya, is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Assam.