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

Q21. Who was the first Ahom King to adopt the Hindu title "Swarganarayan"?
  • A. Pratap Singha
  • B. Suhungmung
  • C. Rudra Singha
  • D. Siva Singha
Answer: Suhungmung
Explnation: Suhungmung (Dihingia Raja) was the first Ahom king to adopt a Hindu title, Swarganarayan, signifying the growing Hindu influence.
Q22. The "Hastividyarnava" (Treatise on Elephants) was written by:
  • A. Sukumar Barkaith
  • B. Suryakhari Daivajna
  • C. Rama Saraswati
  • D. Kaviraj Chakravarty
Answer: Sukumar Barkaith
Explnation: Sukumar Barkaith wrote the illustrated manuscript Hastividyarnava under the patronage of King Siva Singha.
Q23. Which dynasty replaced the Danava dynasty in ancient Pragjyotisha?
  • A. Kirata Dynasty
  • B. Bhauma (Asura) Dynasty
  • C. Varman Dynasty
  • D. Pala Dynasty
Answer: Bhauma (Asura) Dynasty
Explnation: The Danava Dynasty was replaced by the Bhauma Dynasty (also known as the Asura dynasty), founded by Narakasura after killing Ghatakasura.
Q24. Who was the first editor of the Assamese magazine "Orunodoi"?
  • A. Dr. Nathan Brown
  • B. Oliver Cutter
  • C. Miles Bronson
  • D. William Robinson
Answer: Dr. Nathan Brown
Explnation: Dr. Nathan Brown was the first editor of Orunodoi, published in 1846.
Q25. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "Dadasaheb Phalke Award"?
  • A. Bhupen Hazarika
  • B. Jahnu Barua
  • C. Seema Biswas
  • D. Adil Hussain
Answer: Bhupen Hazarika
Explnation: Bhupen Hazarika received it in 1992.
Q26. The Matak Kingdom was formally recognized in the area between the Dihing and Brahmaputra rivers under the rule of:
  • A. Bharat Singha
  • B. Sarbananda Singha
  • C. Ramakanta
  • D. Ragha Moran
Answer: Sarbananda Singha
Explnation: Purnananda Burhagohain signed a treaty recognizing the Matak Kingdom under Sarbananda Singha (Borsenapati) in the territory between the Dihing and Brahmaputra rivers.
Q27. The "Kheda" operations, a source of friction between Ahoms and Mughals, involved the capture of:
  • A. Gold
  • B. Elephants
  • C. Slaves
  • D. Timber
Answer: Elephants
Explnation: Kheda operations referred to the capture of wild elephants, which was a lucrative activity and a frequent point of dispute.
Q28. Who was the first woman Chief Minister of Assam?
  • A. Syeda Anwara Taimur
  • B. Renuka Devi Barkataki
  • C. Pramila Rani Brahma
  • D. Ajanta Neog
Answer: Syeda Anwara Taimur
Explnation: Syeda Anwara Taimur was the first and only woman Chief Minister of Assam, serving from 1980 to 1981.
Q29. Which Ahom King built the "Siva Doul"?
  • A. Siva Singha (Queen Ambika)
  • B. Rudra Singha
  • C. Pramatta Singha
  • D. Rajeswar Singha
Answer: Siva Singha (Queen Ambika)
Explnation: Built by Queen Ambika during Siva Singha's reign.
Q30. Who was the Ahom commander-in-chief during the Battle of Saraighat?
  • A. Momai Tamuli
  • B. Lachit Borphukan
  • C. Atan Buragohain
  • D. Badan Chandra
Answer: Lachit Borphukan
Explnation: Lachit Borphukan was the legendary commander-in-chief who led the Ahom forces to victory against the Mughals at Saraighat.
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