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. Under the "Mission Basundhara", the Government of Assam primarily focuses on:

A. Afforestation and Wildlife Conservation
B. Land Revenue Services and updation of Land Records
C. Flood Control Measures
D. Rural Electrification

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Answer: Land Revenue Services and updation of Land Records
Explanation: Mission Basundhara aims to streamline land revenue services, digitize records, and resolve land disputes.
Q. Which river island is located at the confluence of the Brahmaputra, Kherkutia Xuti, and Subansiri rivers?

A. Umananda
B. Majuli
C. Dibru-Saikhowa
D. Peacock Island

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Answer: Majuli
Explanation: Majuli is bounded by the Brahmaputra (south) and Kherkutia Xuti joined by Subansiri (north).
Q. The "Orunodoi 2.0" scheme was launched to:
1. Provide monthly financial assistance to women.
2. Include Transgenders and Divyangjan beneficiaries.
3. Provide free scooters to meritorious students.

Which statements are correct?

A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

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Answer: 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Orunodoi 2.0 provides monthly assistance (Rs 1250) to women and expanded to include Transgenders and Divyangjan. The scooter scheme is under Pragyan Bharati (Dr. Banikanta Kakati Award), not Orunodoi.
Q. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the "Barak River"?

A. It originates in the Manipur hills.
B. It bifurcates into Surma and Kushiyara near Karimganj.
C. It flows through the Brahmaputra Valley.
D. It has a meandering channel with ox-bow lakes.

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Answer: It flows through the Brahmaputra Valley.
Explanation: The Barak River flows through the Barak Valley (Cachar plain), which is separated from the Brahmaputra Valley by the Barail Range. It does not flow through the Brahmaputra Valley.
Q. What is the Sex Ratio of Assam as per Census 2011?

A. 943
B. 958
C. 932
D. 960

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Answer: 958
Explanation: The Sex Ratio of Assam is 958 females per 1000 males (Census 2011).
Q. The "Mukhya Mantrir Tholuwa Udyog Bikash Asoni" (MMTUBA) provides financial assistance to which group?

A. Tea Garden Workers
B. Traditional Artisans and Local Industries
C. Fishermen
D. Small Tea Growers only

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Answer: Traditional Artisans and Local Industries
Explanation: MMTUBA focuses on traditional industries and artisans (like Bell metal, Terracotta, etc.) providing tools and financial aid.
Q. Match the following protected areas with their locations:
A. Chakrasila WLS
B. Bornodi WLS
C. Pobitora WLS
D. Hollongapar Gibbon WLS

1. Morigaon
2. Jorhat
3. Dhubri/Kokrajhar
4. Udalguri/Baksa border

Select the correct code:

A. A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
B. A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
C. A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
D. A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1

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Answer: A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
Explanation: Chakrasila is in Dhubri/Kokrajhar. Bornodi is in Udalguri/Baksa. Pobitora is in Morigaon. Hollongapar Gibbon WLS is in Jorhat.
Q. Which of the following tribes is the largest Scheduled Tribe (Plains) in Assam?

A. Mishing
B. Rabha
C. Boro (Bodo)
D. Tiwa (Lalung)

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Answer: Boro (Bodo)
Explanation: The Boro tribe constitutes the largest ST population in the plains of Assam (approx 35% of STs).
Q. Regarding the "Transport Infrastructure", what is the total length of National Highways in Assam as per Economic Survey 2023-24?

A. 2,800 km
B. 3,927.24 km
C. 5,000 km
D. 6,500 km

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Answer: 3,927.24 km
Explanation: The total length of National Highways in Assam is reported as 3,927.24 km.
Q. Which district of Assam recorded the highest population density as per the 2011 Census?

A. Nagaon
B. Dhubri
C. Kamrup (Metro)
D. Barpeta

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Answer: Kamrup (Metro)
Explanation: Kamrup (Metro) has the highest population density (1313 per sq km), followed by Dhubri.