This page provides Assam History MCQsAPSC, UPSC, SSC and other competitive examinations. The questions are curated from standard sources and previous year exam patterns. Practicing these Assam History objective questions with answers will help aspirants strengthen their preparation.

Assam History MCQs

Q121. Who led the Forest Satyagraha in Assam during the Civil Disobedience Movement?
  • A. Tarun Ram Phukan
  • B. Gopinath Bordoloi
  • C. Bishnuram Medhi
  • D. Kuladhar Chaliha
Answer: Bishnuram Medhi
Explnation: Bishnuram Medhi, as the President of the APCC, led the Forest Satyagraha in Assam in 1930.
Q122. The "Umananda Temple" was built by which Ahom King?
  • A. Gadadhar Singha
  • B. Siva Singha
  • C. Rudra Singha
  • D. Pramatta Singha
Answer: Gadadhar Singha
Explnation: Gadadhar Singha built it in 1694.
Q123. Which of the following was NOT a result of the Moamoriya Rebellion?
  • A. The creation of the Matak Kingdom.
  • B. The permanent expulsion of the British from Assam.
  • C. The depopulation of the region due to famine and flight.
  • D. The decline of the Ahom administrative mechanism.
Answer: The permanent expulsion of the British from Assam.
Explnation: The rebellion actually invited British intervention (Captain Welsh), rather than expelling them. It weakened the Ahom state, leading to eventual British annexation.
Q124. Which department was created in 1950 to handle the influx of people from Pakistan (now Bangladesh)?
  • A. Relief and Rehabilitation
  • B. Home
  • C. Revenue
  • D. Supply
Answer: Relief and Rehabilitation
Explnation: The Relief and Rehabilitation Department was established in 1950 to rehabilitate displaced persons coming from Pakistan.
Q125. Who was the first Assamese Arjuna Award winner?
  • A. Bhogeswar Baruah
  • B. Monalisa Baruah
  • C. Jayanta Talukdar
  • D. Shiva Thapa
Answer: Bhogeswar Baruah
Explnation: Bhogeswar Baruah won the Arjuna Award in 1966 (Athletics).
Q126. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "Ramon Magsaysay Award"?
  • A. Ravi Kannan
  • B. Arnab Goswami
  • C. Prafulla Kumar Mahanta
  • D. Bishnu Rabha
Answer: Ravi Kannan
Explnation: Dr. Ravi Kannan R. (based in Assam) received the award in 2023.
Q127. Who was the first "Commissioner of Revenue and Circuit" for Assam?
  • A. David Scott
  • B. Jenkins
  • C. Hopkinson
  • D. Robertson
Answer: David Scott
Explnation: David Scott was appointed as the first Commissioner of Revenue and Circuit for Assam following British annexation.
Q128. What was the outcome of the Battle of Alaboi fought in 1669?
  • A. Decisive Ahom Victory
  • B. Mughal Victory (Ahom defeat)
  • C. Peace Treaty signed immediately
  • D. Death of Ram Singh
Answer: Mughal Victory (Ahom defeat)
Explnation: The Battle of Alaboi was a severe setback for the Ahoms. A terrible contest on the plains south of Alaboi Hill resulted in a major defeat for the Ahom forces.
Q129. The "Tipam Raja" title was typically held by:
  • A. King's relatives
  • B. Ministers
  • C. Generals
  • D. Priests
Answer: King's relatives
Explnation: The title of Tipam Raja was conferred upon the reigning king's heirs or near relatives, giving them administrative experience.
Q130. Which Ahom King was known as "Bamuni Konwar"?
  • A. Sudangpha
  • B. Suhungmung
  • C. Suklenmung
  • D. Susenghphaa
Answer: Sudangpha
Explnation: Sudangpha was known as Bamuni Konwar.
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