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. The "Amrit Briksha Andolon" (2023) in Assam achieved which of the following Guinness World Records?

A. Largest gathering of rhinos.
B. Longest line of potted saplings and most people planting trees simultaneously.
C. Highest tea production in a single day.
D. Largest river island formation.

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Answer: Longest line of potted saplings and most people planting trees simultaneously.
Explanation: The movement achieved 9 Guinness World Records, including the longest line of potted saplings and mass plantation feats.
Q. Which of the following National Parks in Assam was notified in June 2021 and is known for its rainforest ecosystem and elephants?

A. Raimona National Park
B. Dihing Patkai National Park
C. Nameri National Park
D. Orang National Park

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Answer: Dihing Patkai National Park
Explanation: Dihing Patkai was notified as the 7th National Park in June 2021. It is a lowland rainforest often called "Amazon of the East". Raimona was the 6th.
Q. Identify the correct statement regarding the "Climate of Assam":

A. The state receives the highest rainfall during the "Retreating Monsoon" season (October-December).
B. The average annual rainfall is approximately 2300 mm.
C. "Bordoichila" refers to the dry winter winds blowing from the Himalayas.
D. The state experiences a "Tropical Desert" climate type.

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Answer: The average annual rainfall is approximately 2300 mm.
Explanation: Assam receives approx 2300 mm rainfall annually. Monsoon (June-Sept) accounts for 65%. Bordoichila refers to pre-monsoon thunderstorms. The climate is Tropical Monsoon Rainforest.
Q. Regarding the "Power Sector" in Assam (Economic Survey 2023-24), which of the following statements is true regarding the Karbi Langpi Hydro Electric Project (KLHEP)?

A. It has an installed capacity of 200 MW.
B. It is located in the Dima Hasao district.
C. It has an installed capacity of 100 MW and is a major hydro plant under APGCL.
D. It is a thermal power plant using coal.

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Answer: It has an installed capacity of 100 MW and is a major hydro plant under APGCL.
Explanation: KLHEP has an installed capacity of 100 MW (2x50 MW) and is located in Karbi Anglong, managed by APGCL.
Q. Which of the following rivers is known as the "Lifeline of Assam"?

A. Barak River
B. Brahmaputra River
C. Manas River
D. Dhansiri River

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Answer: Brahmaputra River
Explanation: The Brahmaputra River is widely known as the lifeline of Assam due to its critical role in the state's ecology, economy, and culture.
Q. Consider the following statements about the "Tea Industry" in Assam:
1. Assam Tea completes 200 years in 2023.
2. The "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentive Scheme (ATISIS)" includes an interest subvention on working capital loans.
3. The subsidy on Orthodox tea production was increased to Rs. 12 per kg for FY 2023-24.
4. Small Tea Growers contribute less than 10% to the total tea production.

Which of the statements are correct?

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

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Answer: 1, 2 and 3 only
Explanation: Assam Tea celebrated 200 years (1823-2023). ATISIS provides interest subvention. Orthodox subsidy was increased to Rs 12/kg. Statement 4 is incorrect; Small Tea Growers contribute significantly (nearly 50%), not less than 10%.
Q. Based on the "Administrative Divisions" of Assam (as of 2023-24), match the following:
A. Number of Districts
B. Number of Revenue Circles
C. Number of Towns
D. Number of Gaon Panchayats

1. 214
2. 35
3. 2197
4. 185

Select the correct code:

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

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Answer: A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3
Explanation: Districts: 35; Revenue Circles: 185; Towns: 214; Gaon Panchayats: 2197 (as per Economic Survey 2023-24 "Assam at a Glance").
Q. In the context of "Flood Management" in Assam, the "Assam Integrated River Basin Management Programme (AIRBMP)" funded by the World Bank focuses on which river basins in Phase-I?

A. Subansiri and Jia Bharali
B. Buridehing and Beki
C. Kopili and Dhansiri
D. Barak and Kushiyara

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Answer: Buridehing and Beki
Explanation: AIRBMP Phase-I focuses on comprehensive flood management for the Buridehing river and the Manas-Beki river system.
Q. Which of the following pairings of "Mineral Resources in Assam" and their locations is INCORRECT?

A. Limestone - Dima Hasao and Karbi Anglong
B. Iron Ore - Chanderdinga Hills (Dhubri/Goalpara)
C. Sillimanite - Karbi Anglong Plateau
D. Petroleum - Found exclusively in the Barak Valley

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Answer: Petroleum - Found exclusively in the Barak Valley
Explanation: Petroleum is primarily found in the Upper Assam Valley (Digboi, Naharkatia, Moran, etc.), not exclusively in the Barak Valley. The other pairings are correct.
Q. According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2021, consider the following data for Assam:
1. The Recorded Forest Area (RFA) is 26,836 sq. km, which is 34.21% of the state's geographical area.
2. The area under "Very Dense Forest" (VDF) has increased to 3,017 sq. km.
3. The total forest cover (inside and outside RFA) is approximately 63.61% of the total geographical area.
4. The bamboo bearing area in Assam increased in 2021 compared to 2019.

Select the correct statements:

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 4 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

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Answer: 1, 2 and 4 only
Explanation: RFA is 26,836 sq km (34.21%). VDF increased to 3,017 sq km. Bamboo bearing area increased to 10,659 sq km (2021) from 10,525 sq km (2019). Statement 3 is incorrect; the total forest *cover* is around 36% (28,312 sq km), not 63.61%. The figure 63.61% likely refers to the non-forest area percentage or a misinterpretation of RFA vs Forest Cover.