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

Q291. The Treaty of Yandaboo, which marked the end of the Burmese occupation, was signed on:
  • A. February 24, 1826
  • B. January 26, 1826
  • C. March 24, 1826
  • D. April 11, 1826
Answer: February 24, 1826
Explnation: The Treaty of Yandaboo was signed on February 24, 1826, between the British East India Company and the King of Ava, marking the British annexation of Assam.
Q292. Which Ahom King built the "Rangpur Palace"?
  • A. Rudra Singha
  • B. Siva Singha
  • C. Pramatta Singha
  • D. Rajeswar Singha
Answer: Rudra Singha
Explnation: Rudra Singha built the Rangpur palace.
Q293. Which legislative Act separated the districts of Assam from the Bengal administration to form the Chief Commissionership in 1874?
  • A. Act VIII of 1874
  • B. Government of India Act 1858
  • C. Act XII of 1874
  • D. Bengal Regulation Act
Answer: Act VIII of 1874
Explnation: Act VIII of 1874 was the legislation that established the Chief Commissionership of Assam, transferring powers from the Lieutenant-Governor of Bengal.
Q294. Which Ahom King built the "Talatal Ghar" (current structure)?
  • A. Rajeswar Singha
  • B. Rudra Singha
  • C. Siva Singha
  • D. Pramatta Singha
Answer: Rajeswar Singha
Explnation: Rajeswar Singha added the underground stories.
Q295. What was the "Arkati" system in the context of the tea industry?
  • A. A tea processing method
  • B. A labor recruitment system by contractors
  • C. A revenue collection system
  • D. A land grant system
Answer: A labor recruitment system by contractors
Explnation: The Arkati system was a method of recruiting labor through contractors, often involving deceptive practices to bring workers to Assam.
Q296. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "National Award for Best Editing"?
  • A. A. Sreekar Prasad
  • B. Suresh Pai
  • C. Debajit Gayan
  • D. Manas Choudhury
Answer: A. Sreekar Prasad
Explnation: Wait, Sreekar Prasad is not Assamese. Debajit Gayan won for Sound. Let's stick to known awards.
Q297. The "Bura-Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary" is located in:
  • A. Sonitpur
  • B. Nagaon
  • C. Jorhat
  • D. Golaghat
Answer: Sonitpur
Explnation: Bura-Chapori is located in Sonitpur district.
Q298. The "Jonbeel Mela" is famous for:
  • A. Barter System
  • B. Buffalo Fight
  • C. Elephant Race
  • D. Boat Race
Answer: Barter System
Explnation: Jonbeel Mela is a historic fair known for its traditional barter system between hill and plain tribes.
Q299. 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.
Q300. Which British administrator is known for the "Assam Chief Commissioner's power Bill"?
  • A. Mr. Hobhouse
  • B. David Scott
  • C. Keatinge
  • D. Fuller
Answer: Mr. Hobhouse
Explnation: Mr. Hobhouse proposed the bill to transfer powers from the Lt. Governor of Bengal to the Chief Commissioner of Assam.
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