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. Regarding the "Transport Infrastructure" in Assam (as of 2022-23), which statement is true?

A. The total railway route length is over 5000 km.
B. There are 7 operational civil airports in the state.
C. The Dhola-Sadiya bridge connects Assam with Nagaland.
D. National Waterway-2 covers the entire length of the Barak River.

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Answer: There are 7 operational civil airports in the state.
Explanation: Railway length is approx 2571 km. Dhola-Sadiya connects Assam and Arunachal. NW-2 is on the Brahmaputra; NW-16 is on the Barak. There are 7 operational airports (Guwahati, Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Silchar, Tezpur, North Lakhimpur/Lilabari, Rupsi).
Q. The "Assam Integrated River Basin Management Programme (AIRBMP)" focuses on which two river systems in its first phase for flood and erosion management?

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

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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 districts in Assam is NOT covered under the "Sixth Schedule" of the Indian Constitution?

A. Karbi Anglong
B. Dima Hasao
C. Kokrajhar
D. Cachar

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Answer: Cachar
Explanation: Karbi Anglong, Dima Hasao, and the Bodoland Territorial Region districts (like Kokrajhar) are under the Sixth Schedule. Cachar is a plains district in the Barak Valley and is not an Autonomous District under the Sixth Schedule.
Q. As per the Economic Survey 2023-24, what is the status of "Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR)" in Assam for the period 2018-20?

A. 195 per 1,00,000 live births
B. 215 per 1,00,000 live births
C. 97 per 1,00,000 live births
D. 229 per 1,00,000 live births

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Answer: 195 per 1,00,000 live births
Explanation: The MMR for Assam declined to 195 in 2018-20 (from 215 in 2016-18). The national average was 97.
Q. Which of the following pairings of "Rivers and their features" in Assam is INCORRECT?

A. Barak River - Bifurcates into Surma and Kushiyara near Karimganj
B. Subansiri River - Largest north bank tributary, originates in Tibet
C. Kopili River - South bank tributary, flows through Dima Hasao and Karbi Anglong
D. Jia Bharali - South bank tributary known for White-Winged Wood Duck

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Answer: Jia Bharali - South bank tributary known for White-Winged Wood Duck
Explanation: Jia Bharali is a *North* Bank tributary (Trans-Himalayan), not a South bank one. It flows through Sonitpur/Nameri area.
Q. Consider the following statements regarding the "Agri-Horticulture" sector in Assam:
1. Assam produces about 85% of the country's total Muga silk.
2. The "Amrit Briksha Andolon" aimed to plant 1 crore commercial seedlings in one day.
3. The state has achieved self-sufficiency in potato and onion production.

Which statements are correct?

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

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Answer: 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Assam produces 85% of India's Muga silk. Amrit Briksha Andolon successfully planted over 1 crore seedlings. Statement 3 is incorrect; the state is still striving for self-sufficiency in onion and potato, often depending on imports.
Q. Which of the following schemes is specifically focused on "Eradication of Child Marriage" in Assam as mentioned in the Economic Survey 2023-24?

A. Mission Vatsalya
B. Mission Shakti
C. Mission on Eradication of Child Marriage
D. Kanaklata Mahila Sabalikaran Yojana

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Answer: Mission on Eradication of Child Marriage
Explanation: The Chief Minister of Assam launched a specific "Mission on Eradication of Child Marriage" with a budget provision of Rs. 200 Crore, involving Police, Health, and Education departments.
Q. Regarding the "Soils of Assam", which of the following are correctly matched?
1. New Alluvial Soil - Charlands of Brahmaputra
2. Red Loam Soil - Garo, Mizo Hills, and parts of Cachar
3. Lateritic Soil - N.C. Hills (Dima Hasao) and Hamren subdivision
4. Piedmont Soil - Southern floodplain of Barak

Select the correct option:

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: New alluvial soils are found in charlands. Red Loam is found in hill areas like Cachar/NC Hills border. Lateritic soil is extensive in Dima Hasao and Hamren. Piedmont soils are confined to the northern narrow Bhabar/Tarai zone, not the southern Barak floodplain.
Q. Based on the "Forest Cover" statistics (ISFR 2021) for Assam:
1. The total Forest Cover (RFA + Tree Cover) is approx 36.29% of the total geographical area.
2. The Reserved Forest area constitutes about 66% of the total Recorded Forest Area.
3. The area under "Very Dense Forest" has decreased in 2021 compared to 2019.

Which of the statements is/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: Total Forest Cover (including tree cover) is 36.29%. Reserved Forests (17,864 sq km) make up about 66% of the Recorded Forest Area (26,836 sq km). Statement 3 is incorrect; Very Dense Forest increased to 3,017 sq km in 2021 from 2,795 sq km in 2019.
Q. Identify the correct combination of "Protected Areas" and their key fauna/features:
A. Nameri National Park
B. Raimona National Park
C. Dihing Patkai National Park
D. Orang National Park

1. Golden Langur
2. White-Winged Wood Duck
3. Rainforest ecosystem (Amazon of the East)
4. Mini Kaziranga (Rhino)

Select the correct match:

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

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Answer: A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4
Explanation: Nameri is famous for the White-Winged Wood Duck. Raimona (Kokrajhar) is famous for Golden Langur. Dihing Patkai is the "Amazon of the East" (Rainforest). Orang is "Mini Kaziranga".