MCQs on Assam Geography

Assam Geography MCQs curated for APSC, UPSC, SSC and state examinations, covering physiography, rivers, climate, soil, natural resources and economic geography, with detailed answers and explanations.

Q. Which of the following is an "Autonomous District" under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution in Assam?

A. Cachar
B. Udalguri
C. Dhemaji
D. Tinsukia

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Answer: Udalguri
Explanation: Udalguri is part of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), which is under the Sixth Schedule. Cachar, Dhemaji, and Tinsukia are general districts (though they have tribal populations, they are not Autonomous Districts under the 6th Schedule like KA, DH, or BTAD areas).
Q. The "Muga Silk" of Assam is produced by the silkworm Antheraea assamensis, which primarily feeds on which plants?

A. Mulberry
B. Som and Soalu
C. Castor
D. Oak

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Answer: Som and Soalu
Explanation: Muga silkworms feed on Som (Machilus bombycina) and Soalu (Litsea polyantha) leaves. Eri feeds on Castor. Mulberry silk feeds on Mulberry.
Q. Which of the following statements about the "Barail Range" is correct?

A. It is located in the Brahmaputra valley north of the river.
B. It separates the Brahmaputra Valley from the Barak Valley.
C. Its highest peak is Shillong Peak.
D. It is formed entirely of alluvial deposits.

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Answer: It separates the Brahmaputra Valley from the Barak Valley.
Explanation: The Barail Range acts as the watershed/divider between the Brahmaputra and Barak valleys. Its highest peak is Theipibung.
Q. Which of the following locations in Assam has been selected for the establishment of a "Semiconductor Packaging Plant" by Tata Electronics?

A. Jagiroad (Morigaon)
B. Bongora (Kamrup)
C. Numaligarh (Golaghat)
D. Duliajan (Dibrugarh)

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Answer: Jagiroad (Morigaon)
Explanation: The semiconductor assembly and test facility (packaging plant) by Tata is being set up at Jagiroad in Morigaon district.
Q. Regarding the "Jal Jeevan Mission" in Assam (as of 2022-23 status), what is the primary objective?

A. To provide tube wells for irrigation.
B. To provide Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to every rural household.
C. To construct large dams for water storage.
D. To clean the Brahmaputra river.

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Answer: To provide Functional Household Tap Connections (FHTC) to every rural household.
Explanation: JJM aims to provide safe drinking water via tap connections (FHTC) to all rural households by 2024.
Q. Which bridge connects Dhola and Sadiya, spanning the Lohit River?

A. Bogibeel Bridge
B. Kolia Bhomora Setu
C. Bhupen Hazarika Setu
D. Naranarayan Setu

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Answer: Bhupen Hazarika Setu
Explanation: The Dhola-Sadiya bridge is officially named the Bhupen Hazarika Setu.
Q. The "Assam Startup - The Nest" incubation centre is located in:

A. Dibrugarh
B. Silchar
C. Guwahati (Ambari)
D. Jorhat

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Answer: Guwahati (Ambari)
Explanation: The state-owned marquee incubation centre "The Nest" is located at Ambari, Guwahati.
Q. Which district of Assam is the only one to have a Ramsar Site (Deepor Beel)?

A. Nagaon
B. Kamrup (Metro)
C. Morigaon
D. Sonitpur

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Answer: Kamrup (Metro)
Explanation: Deepor Beel, the only Ramsar site in Assam, is located in the Kamrup Metropolitan district (Guwahati).
Q. According to the "Economic Survey 2023-24", the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of Assam at current prices for 2022-23 (QE) showed a growth of approximately:

A. 10.5%
B. 15.6%
C. 19.9%
D. 12.1%

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Answer: 19.9%
Explanation: The nominal GSDP growth at current prices for 2022-23 (QE) was 19.9% (reaching Rs 4.93 lakh crore).
Q. Which of the following is the State Bird of Assam?

A. Great Indian Hornbill
B. White-Winged Wood Duck (Deo Hanh)
C. Green Imperial Pigeon
D. Bengal Florican

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Answer: White-Winged Wood Duck (Deo Hanh)
Explanation: The White-Winged Wood Duck (Deo Hanh) is the state bird of Assam.