Daojali Hading is a significant Neolithic site situated in the Dima Hasao District of Assam, India. It holds the distinction of being one of the first and most thoroughly excavated stratified Neolithic sites in North-East India. Archaeological findings from this site include characteristic polished stone tools (such as celts and adzes), as well as distinctive cord-marked pottery, grinding stones, and evidence of early metallurgical activities like iron slag. These discoveries provide crucial insights into the agricultural practices, tool technology, and early settled life of the Neolithic communities in the region, with artifacts dated around 2,700 years old.Daojali Hading is a significant Neolithic site situated in the Dima Hasao District of Assam, India. It holds the distinction of being one of the first and most thoroughly excavated stratified Neolithic sites in North-East India. Archaeological findings from this site include characteristic polished stone tools (such as celts and adzes), as well as distinctive cord-marked pottery, grinding stones, and evidence of early metallurgical activities like iron slag. These discoveries provide crucial insights into the agricultural practices, tool technology, and early settled life of the Neolithic communities in the region, with artifacts dated around 2,700 years old.
Q1. Which part of Assam receives very little rainfall? Q1. Which part of Assam receives very little rainfall?
(A) Brahmaputra Valley (A) Brahmaputra Valley
(B) Barak Valley (B) Barak Valley
(C) Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao districts (C) Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao districts
(D) All of these (D) All of these
Answer: (C) Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao districts Answer: (C) Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao districts
While Assam is generally known for its heavy rainfall, the Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao districts, located in the central part of the state, receive significantly less rainfall compared to other regions.While Assam is generally known for its heavy rainfall, the Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao districts, located in the central part of the state, receive significantly less rainfall compared to other regions.
Q2. On the basis of population size, which of the following is the largest tribal group in Assam? Q2. On the basis of population size, which of the following is the largest tribal group in Assam?
(A) Mishing (A) Mishing
(B) Karbi (B) Karbi
(C) Garo (C) Garo
(D) Bodo (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.
Q3. What is the traditional term for an Ahom marriage? Q3. What is the traditional term for an Ahom marriage?
(A) Gandharva (A) Gandharva
(B) Homa (B) Homa
(C) Chaklang (C) Chaklang
(D) Sayambar (D) Sayambar
Answer: (C) Chaklang Answer: (C) Chaklang
Chaklong is the traditional and culturally rich marriage ceremony of the Ahom people, an indigenous community of Assam, India.Chaklong is the traditional and culturally rich marriage ceremony of the Ahom people, an indigenous community of Assam, India.
Q4. The 'Dhola-Sadia Bridge,' one of the longest bridges in India, connects Assam with which state? Q4. The 'Dhola-Sadia Bridge,' one of the longest bridges in India, connects Assam with which state?
The Dhola-Sadia Bridge, officially known as the Bhupen Hazarika Setu, spans the Lohit River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra, and connects Dhola in Assam with Sadia in Arunachal Pradesh. This bridge significantly reduces travel time between the two states and improves connectivity in the region. It is one of the longest river bridges in India.The Dhola-Sadia Bridge, officially known as the Bhupen Hazarika Setu, spans the Lohit River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra, and connects Dhola in Assam with Sadia in Arunachal Pradesh. This bridge significantly reduces travel time between the two states and improves connectivity in the region. It is one of the longest river bridges in India.
Sutamla aka Jayadhwaj Singha, a king of the Ahom dynasty, was called Bhagania Roja due to his flight from the Mughal invader Mir Jumla.Sutamla aka Jayadhwaj Singha, a king of the Ahom dynasty, was called Bhagania Roja due to his flight from the Mughal invader Mir Jumla.
Q7. Which site is referred to as the Khajuraho of Assam? Q7. Which site is referred to as the Khajuraho of Assam?
(A) Kamakhya (A) Kamakhya
(B) Madan Kamdev (B) Madan Kamdev
(C) Sukreswar (C) Sukreswar
(D) Basistha Ashram (D) Basistha Ashram
Answer: (B) Madan Kamdev Answer: (B) Madan Kamdev
Madan Kamdev, located in Baihata Chariali, Kamrup district of Assam, is often referred to as the "Khajuraho of Assam" due to its collection of sculptures, some of which are erotic, reminiscent of the famous Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh.Madan Kamdev, located in Baihata Chariali, Kamrup district of Assam, is often referred to as the "Khajuraho of Assam" due to its collection of sculptures, some of which are erotic, reminiscent of the famous Khajuraho temples in Madhya Pradesh.
Q9. When was the Gauhati High Court established? Q9. 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.
Q10. When was Saraighat bridge constructed? Q10. When was Saraighat bridge constructed?
(A) 1950 (A) 1950
(B) 1962 (B) 1962
(C) 1987 (C) 1987
(D) 1973 (D) 1973
Answer: (B) 1962 Answer: (B) 1962
The Saraighat Bridge (1.492 km) was constructed between 1959 and 1962. When it was completed, it was India's longest bridge and the third-longest in Asia. The bridge was completed in September 1962 and the first engine rolled across it on 23 September 1962, followed by Goods Train service from 31 October that year. The roadway opened in March 1963.
The Saraighat Bridge is the first bridge in Assam to cross the Brahmaputra River. It connects north Guwahati to Guwahati city.The Saraighat Bridge (1.492 km) was constructed between 1959 and 1962. When it was completed, it was India's longest bridge and the third-longest in Asia. The bridge was completed in September 1962 and the first engine rolled across it on 23 September 1962, followed by Goods Train service from 31 October that year. The roadway opened in March 1963.
The Saraighat Bridge is the first bridge in Assam to cross the Brahmaputra River. It connects north Guwahati to Guwahati city.