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. Match the following Protected Areas with their specific features/locations:

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

1. Located in Dibrugarh and Tinsukia, known as "Amazon of the East"
2. Located in Kokrajhar, famous for Golden Langur
3. Located on the north bank of Brahmaputra, often called "Mini Kaziranga"
4. Located in Sonitpur, known for White Winged Wood Duck

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

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Answer: A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3
Explanation: Raimona National Park is in Kokrajhar (Golden Langur). Dihing Patkai is the rainforest in Dibrugarh/Tinsukia. Nameri is in Sonitpur (White Winged Wood Duck). Orang is known as Mini Kaziranga due to similar landscape and rhino population.
Q. As per the ISFR 2021 assessment mentioned in the Economic Survey 2023-24, what is the total Recorded Forest Area (RFA) of Assam relative to its geographical area?

A. 26,836 sq. km (34.21%)
B. 17,864 sq. km (22.77%)
C. 28,327 sq. km (36.11%)
D. 24,435 sq. km (31.15%)

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Answer: 26,836 sq. km (34.21%)
Explanation: The total Recorded Forest Area (RFA) in Assam is 26,836 sq. km, which constitutes 34.21% of the total geographical area of the state. This includes Reserved Forests and Un-classed State Forests.
Q. Which of the following pairings regarding the tributaries of the Brahmaputra River and their characteristics is INCORRECT based on the drainage system of Assam?

A. North Bank Tributaries: High sediment load and braided channels
B. South Bank Tributaries: Meandering channels with flatter gradients
C. Subansiri River: Exhibits an eastward channel shifting pattern
D. Brahmaputra River: 4th largest river in the world in terms of average water discharge

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Answer: Subansiri River: Exhibits an eastward channel shifting pattern
Explanation: The northern tributaries generally have steep slopes, carry heavy sediment, and form braided channels, whereas southern tributaries have flatter gradients and meander. However, the Subansiri river is known for shifting its channel westward, not eastward. Conversely, rivers between Subansiri and Pagladiya tend to shift eastward.
Q. According to the Economic Survey of Assam 2023-24, consider the following statements regarding the flood-prone area of the state:
1. The flood-prone area of Assam is approximately 31,500 Sq. Km.
2. This constitutes about 39.58% of the total land area of Assam.
3. The flood-prone area of Assam is about 9.40% of the total flood-prone area of the country.

Which of the statements given above 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, 2 and 3
Explanation: As per the Economic Survey of Assam 2023-24, the flood-prone area of the state is assessed at 31,500 Sq. Km by the Rashtriya Barh Ayog. This accounts for approximately 39.58% of the total land area of Assam and about 9.40% of the total flood-prone area of the country.
Q. Identify the correct statement regarding the "Climate of Assam": 1. It is characterized by high humidity and heavy rainfall. 2. It falls under the "Tropical Monsoon Rainforest" climate type (Köppen's classification often labeled as Cwg/Am). 3. The state experiences a dry winter and a hot summer with high rainfall. Select the correct option:

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

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Answer: 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: Assam has a tropical monsoon climate with high humidity and heavy rainfall. Winters are generally dry. Summers are hot and humid.
Q. The "Majuli" island, the largest river island in the world, is bounded by which river systems?

A. Brahmaputra in the north and Burhi Dihing in the south.
B. Brahmaputra in the south and Kherkutia Xuti (anabranch) joined by Subansiri in the north.
C. Subansiri in the south and Brahmaputra in the north.
D. Lohit and Dibang rivers.

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Answer: Brahmaputra in the south and Kherkutia Xuti (anabranch) joined by Subansiri in the north.
Explanation: Majuli is formed by the Brahmaputra river on the south and the Kherkutia Xuti, an anabranch of the Brahmaputra, joined by the Subansiri river on the north.
Q. Which of the following rivers is a Trans-Himalayan tributary of the Brahmaputra in Assam?

A. Dhansiri
B. Kopili
C. Subansiri
D. Disang

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Answer: Subansiri
Explanation: Subansiri is a major North Bank tributary that originates in the Himalayas (Trans-Himalayan). Dhansiri, Kopili, and Disang are South Bank tributaries originating from Naga hills/Karbi plateau/Patkai ranges.
Q. Regarding the "Tech City" or Electronic Manufacturing Cluster in Assam, where is it being developed?

A. Bongora (near Guwahati)
B. Dibrugarh
C. Silchar
D. Tezpur

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Answer: Bongora (near Guwahati)
Explanation: The Tech City is being developed at Bongora, near Guwahati, to promote IT and electronic manufacturing.
Q. Which of the following Protected Areas in Assam was recently notified as a National Park (as of 2021)? 1. Raimona 2. Dihing Patkai 3. Nameri 4. Orang Select the correct option:

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

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Answer: 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Raimona and Dihing Patkai were notified as the 6th and 7th National Parks of Assam in June 2021. Nameri and Orang were notified much earlier.
Q. The "Mukhya Mantrir Tholuwa Udyog Bikash Asoni" (MMTUBA) primarily aims to:

A. Provide pension to widows.
B. Provide financial assistance to local artisans and traditional industries.
C. Construct rural roads.
D. Provide free electricity to BPL households.

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Answer: Provide financial assistance to local artisans and traditional industries.
Explanation: MMTUBA is a state scheme to support traditional industries and artisans with financial aid and tools.