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 two districts of Assam are considered as "Autonomous Districts" regarding the listing of Scheduled Tribes (Hills) in the census?

A. Kokrajhar and Chirang
B. Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao
C. Udalguri and Baksa
D. Cachar and Hailakandi

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Answer: Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao
Explanation: Karbi Anglong and Dima Hasao (North Cachar Hills) are the two autonomous hill districts where specific tribes like Karbi and Dimasa are notified as Scheduled Tribes (Hills).
Q. The "Mission Amrit Sarovar" in Assam aims to construct water bodies with a minimum pondage area of:

A. 0.5 Hectare
B. 1.0 Hectare
C. 2.0 Hectares
D. 5.0 Hectares

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Answer: 1.0 Hectare
Explanation: The Assam model of Amrit Sarovar is conceptualized with a minimum of 1 Hectare of pondage area and a water holding capacity of at least 10,000 cubic meters.
Q. Which of the following National Parks in Assam is the smallest in terms of area?

A. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
B. Orang National Park
C. Nameri National Park
D. Raimona National Park

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Answer: Orang National Park
Explanation: Among the options, Orang National Park is the smallest with an area of approximately 78.81 sq km (often cited around this figure, or 79 sq km). Nameri is 200 sq km, Dibru-Saikhowa is 340 sq km, and Raimona is 422 sq km.
Q. Identify the correct statement regarding the mineral resources of Assam:
1. Limestone deposits are primarily found in Dima Hasao and Karbi Anglong districts.
2. Iron ore deposits are located in the Chanderdinga Hills.
3. Sillimanite is mainly found in the Brahmaputra plains.

Select the correct answer using the codes below:

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: Limestone is abundant in Dima Hasao and Karbi Anglong. Iron ore is found in Chanderdinga Hills (Dhubri/Goalpara). Sillimanite is found in the Karbi Anglong Plateau/Meghalaya plateau area, not in the alluvial Brahmaputra plains.
Q. Which district of Assam recorded the highest total unmet need for family planning as per NFHS-5?

A. Biswanath
B. Kamrup
C. Dhubri
D. Nagaon

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Answer: Kamrup
Explanation: According to NFHS-5 data cited in the Economic Survey 2023-24, Kamrup district reported the highest total unmet need for family planning at 17.6%, while Biswanath reported the lowest.
Q. Consider the following statements about the "Assam Tea Industries Special Incentive Scheme (ATISIS)":
1. It provides an interest subvention of 3% per annum on working capital loans.
2. It offers a subsidy for Orthodox or Specialty tea production.
3. It provides an agricultural income tax holiday for six years.

Which of the statements given above 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, 2 and 3
Explanation: ATISIS includes Interest Subvention on Working Capital (3% p.a.), Subsidy on Orthodox/Specialty Tea production (increased to Rs 10/kg, then Rs 12/kg for 2023-24), capital subsidy for machinery, and an Agricultural Income Tax Holiday for six years (2019-20 to 2024-25).
Q. Which of the following rivers originates from the Chema-Yung-Dung glacier and enters India through Arunachal Pradesh before flowing into Assam?

A. Subansiri
B. Brahmaputra
C. Barak
D. Manas

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Answer: Brahmaputra
Explanation: The Brahmaputra originates from the Chema-Yung-Dung glacier in Tibet (where it is called Tsangpo), enters Arunachal Pradesh as Siang/Dihang, and then flows through Assam.
Q. According to the Census 2011, which of the following combinations regarding the population of Assam is correct?

A. Density: 398 per sq. km; Sex Ratio: 958; Literacy: 72.19%
B. Density: 340 per sq. km; Sex Ratio: 954; Literacy: 73.18%
C. Density: 398 per sq. km; Sex Ratio: 940; Literacy: 64.28%
D. Density: 340 per sq. km; Sex Ratio: 958; Literacy: 72.19%

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Answer: Density: 398 per sq. km; Sex Ratio: 958; Literacy: 72.19%
Explanation: As per Census 2011, Assam's population density is 398 persons per sq. km, the sex ratio is 958 females per 1000 males, and the literacy rate is 72.19%.
Q. Regarding the soils of Assam, which of the following statements is true?

A. The pH of the soils generally ranges between 8.0 to 9.5 (Alkaline).
B. Lateritic soils are extensively found in the active floodplains of the Brahmaputra.
C. Alluvial soils are confined only to the southern hilly terrains.
D. The soils are generally acidic with pH ranging between 4.2 to 5.8.

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Answer: The soils are generally acidic with pH ranging between 4.2 to 5.8.
Explanation: The most typical characteristic of Assam soil is acidity, with pH generally ranging between 4.2 to 5.8. Lateritic soils are found in N.C. Hills (Dima Hasao) and Karbi Plateau, not active floodplains. Alluvial soils are in the valleys.
Q. The "Amrit Briksha Andolon" initiated by the Government of Assam in 2023 aimed to create a green economy. Which of the following achievements is associated with this movement?

A. Planting 10 lakh trees in 1 hour
B. Creating a man-made forest larger than Kaziranga
C. Achieving 9 Guinness World Records related to plantation activities
D. Establishing a new National Park in the Barak Valley

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Answer: Achieving 9 Guinness World Records related to plantation activities
Explanation: The Amrit Briksha Andolon, launched on 8 June 2023, aimed to plant commercially viable trees. It achieved 9 Guinness World Records, including the longest line of potted saplings and most people planting trees simultaneously.