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 acts as the "State Nodal Agency" for renewable energy in Assam?

A. APDCL
B. AEDA
C. AEGCL
D. APGCL

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Answer: AEDA
Explanation: The Assam Energy Development Agency (AEDA) acts as the nodal agency for New and Renewable Energy in the state.
Q. The "Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary", known for high rhino density, is located in which district?

A. Kamrup
B. Morigaon
C. Nagaon
D. Sonitpur

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Answer: Morigaon
Explanation: Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Morigaon district.
Q. Which district has the lowest population density in Assam (2011)?

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

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Answer: Dima Hasao
Explanation: Dima Hasao has the lowest population density in Assam (44 persons per sq km).
Q. What is the density of population in Assam per sq km as per 2011 Census?

A. 340
B. 398
C. 420
D. 382

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Answer: 398
Explanation: The population density of Assam is 398 persons per sq km (Census 2011).
Q. The "Tech City" at Bongora is being developed by which department/agency?

A. AIDC
B. AMTRON
C. APDCL
D. GMDA

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Answer: AMTRON
Explanation: The Assam Electronics Development Corporation Ltd (AMTRON) is the nodal agency for the Tech City project.
Q. In which year was the Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) established?

A. 1948
B. 1950
C. 1970
D. 1985

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Answer: 1970
Explanation: The state transport department was converted into the Assam State Transport Corporation on 31st March 1970.
Q. Which of the following schemes aims to provide free electricity connection to rural households?

A. Saubhagya
B. Ujjwala
C. Orunodoi
D. PM-KISAN

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Answer: Saubhagya
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Sahaj Bijli Har Ghar Yojana (Saubhagya) aims to provide electricity connections to all willing un-electrified households in rural and urban areas.
Q. The first railway line in Assam was established between:

A. Guwahati and Lumding
B. Dibrugarh and Margherita
C. Chittagong and Badarpur
D. Tinsukia and Guwahati

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Answer: Dibrugarh and Margherita
Explanation: The first railway line in Assam was constructed in 1881 between Dibrugarh and Margherita Dehing river for transporting tea and coal.
Q. Which statements describe Assam’s agricultural pattern?

1. Rice is the dominant crop.
2. Floodplains support fertile agriculture.
3. Agriculture is completely mechanized.

Which are correct?

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

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Answer: 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Agriculture remains largely traditional. Mechanization is limited.
Q. Which railway bridge crosses the Brahmaputra at Bogibeel?

A. Saraighat
B. Naranarayan
C. Bogibeel Bridge
D. Kolia Bhomora

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Answer: Bogibeel Bridge
Explanation: The Bogibeel Bridge connects Dibrugarh and Dhemaji districts. It is a rail-cum-road bridge.