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

Q11. According to the Kalika Purana, who was the founder of the Danava dynasty, the first legendary line of rulers in Pragjyotisha?
  • A. Narakasura
  • B. Mahiranga Danava
  • C. Ghatakasura
  • D. Banasura
Answer: Mahiranga Danava
Explnation: The Kalika Purana identifies Mahiranga Danava as the founder of the Danava dynasty, which is considered the first legendary line of monarchs in the Pragjyotisha region, originating from Kirata lineage.
Q12. Who is the head of the State Executive?
  • A. Governor
  • B. Chief Minister
  • C. Chief Secretary
  • D. Speaker
Answer: Governor
Explnation: The Governor is the constitutional head of the state executive.
Q13. The "Dihing Patkai National Park" is known as:
  • A. Amazon of the East
  • B. Serengeti of the East
  • C. Kaziranga of the East
  • D. Manas of the East
Answer: Amazon of the East
Explnation: Dehing Patkai is called Amazon of the East due to its rainforest.
Q14. Who was the Ahom King during the Revolt of 1857?
  • A. None (British Rule)
  • B. Purandar Singha
  • C. Kandarpeswar
  • D. Maniram
Answer: None (British Rule)
Explnation: By 1857, the Ahom monarchy had been abolished and Assam was under direct British administration. Kandarpeswar Singha was a claimant, not a reigning king.
Q15. Which Ahom officer was responsible for the administration of the region East of Kaliabor?
  • A. Borbarua
  • B. Borphukan
  • C. Borgohain
  • D. Burhagohain
Answer: Borbarua
Explnation: The Borbarua commanded the region east of Kaliabor and acted as the judicial and military head for that area.
Q16. The "Bherjan-Borajan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary" is located in:
  • A. Tinsukia
  • B. Dibrugarh
  • C. Sivasagar
  • D. Jorhat
Answer: Tinsukia
Explnation: Located in Tinsukia.
Q17. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "Padma Shri" for Medicine?
  • A. Dr. Rathin Datta
  • B. Dr. Ilias Ali
  • C. Dr. Ravi Kannan
  • D. Dr. Sarbeswar Sahariah
Answer: Dr. Rathin Datta
Explnation: Dr. Rathin Datta received it in 1992.
Q18. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "National Award for Best Arts/Cultural Film"?
  • A. Gautam Bora
  • B. Altaf Mazid
  • C. Maulee Senapati
  • D. Arup Manna
Answer: Gautam Bora
Explnation: Gautam Bora won.
Q19. Which British officer signed the Treaty of Yandaboo on behalf of the East India Company?
  • A. Archibald Campbell
  • B. David Scott
  • C. Thomas Welsh
  • D. Robertson
Answer: Archibald Campbell
Explnation: Major-General Sir Archibald Campbell signed the treaty on behalf of the British.
Q20. Which Ahom King built the "Joy Doul"?
  • A. Rudra Singha
  • B. Siva Singha
  • C. Pramatta Singha
  • D. Rajeswar Singha
Answer: Rudra Singha
Explnation: Rudra Singha built it.
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