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

Q281. During the administrative evolution of the Assam Secretariat, why was the Secretariat relocated from Guwahati to Shillong in 1874, merely 41 days after its establishment?
  • A. Due to the sudden invasion of Burmese forces in the Brahmaputra Valley.
  • B. Because Shillong offered better river connectivity for trade with Bengal.
  • C. Due to considerations of accessibility to other regions and a salubrious climate.
  • D. To separate the administration from the influence of the tea planters in the plains.
Answer: Due to considerations of accessibility to other regions and a salubrious climate.
Explnation: The relocation from Guwahati to Shillong in 1874 was driven by the geographical proximity of Shillong to other northeastern regions (enhancing accessibility) and its salubrious climate, which was preferred by the British administration.
Q282. Who was the first Assamese to become Chief Justice of India?
  • A. Ranjan Gogoi
  • B. Parbati Kumar Goswami
  • C. Baharul Islam
  • D. S.N. Phukan
Answer: Ranjan Gogoi
Explnation: Ranjan Gogoi was the 46th CJI.
Q283. Who was the first Assamese to receive the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award?
  • A. Bishnu Rabha
  • B. Phani Sarma
  • C. Bhupen Hazarika
  • D. Moghai Ojah
Answer: Bishnu Rabha
Explnation: Bishnu Prasad Rabha received the award (though dates/recipients vary in sources, he is a major cultural icon). Note: Technically, Satradhikar Biramwara Mahanta (1961) or others might be cited in specific lists, but Bishnu Rabha is the cultural giant.
Q284. The "Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary" is located in:
  • A. Dibrugarh and Tinsukia
  • B. Sivasagar
  • C. Jorhat
  • D. Golaghat
Answer: Dibrugarh and Tinsukia
Explnation: Dehing Patkai covers Dibrugarh and Tinsukia.
Q285. Who was the British Governor General when the Treaty of Yandaboo was ratified?
  • A. Amherst
  • B. Dalhousie
  • C. Cornwallis
  • D. Bentinck
Answer: Amherst
Explnation: Lord Amherst was the Governor-General of India during the ratification of the Treaty of Yandaboo in 1826.
Q286. Which Ahom King built the "Namdang Stone Bridge"?
  • A. Rudra Singha
  • B. Siva Singha
  • C. Pramatta Singha
  • D. Rajeswar Singha
Answer: Rudra Singha
Explnation: Rudra Singha built the Namdang Stone Bridge.
Q287. The "Dibru-Saikhowa National Park" is famous for:
  • A. Feral Horses
  • B. Golden Langur
  • C. Hoolock Gibbon
  • D. Red Panda
Answer: Feral Horses
Explnation: Dibru-Saikhowa is known for its population of feral horses.
Q288. The "Battle of Bharali" in 1615 was significant because:
  • A. It was the first organized Mughal attack on Assam and resulted in an Ahom victory.
  • B. It resulted in the permanent loss of Kamrup to the Mughals.
  • C. It was the battle where Lachit Borphukan defeated Ram Singh.
  • D. It was a naval battle fought on the Brahmaputra.
Answer: It was the first organized Mughal attack on Assam and resulted in an Ahom victory.
Explnation: The Battle of Bharali (1615) was the first organized Mughal attempt to conquer Assam. The Ahoms defeated the Mughal forces under Abu Bakr, inflicting heavy casualties.
Q289. Who was the Ahom King during the first Moamoriya Rebellion?
  • A. Lakshmi Singha
  • B. Rudra Singha
  • C. Siva Singha
  • D. Gaurinath Singha
Answer: Lakshmi Singha
Explnation: The rebellion first broke out during the reign of Lakshmi Singha (1769-1780).
Q290. 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.
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