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

Q31. The "Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary" is famous for:
  • A. Highest density of One-horned Rhinos
  • B. Tiger
  • C. Elephant
  • D. Wild Buffalo
Answer: Highest density of One-horned Rhinos
Explnation: Pobitora has the highest density of rhinos.
Q32. Which King of the Varman dynasty was the first to perform the Ashwamedha Yagya?
  • A. Bhaskarvarman
  • B. Pushyavarman
  • C. Mahendravarman
  • D. Mahabhutivarman
Answer: Mahendravarman
Explnation: Mahendravarman (450-485 AD) was the first king of Kamrup to perform the Ashwamedha Yagya. He declared independence from the Guptas and is credited with defeating the Gupta army.
Q33. Which Mughal commander was defeated at the Battle of Bharali (1615)?
  • A. Abu Bakr
  • B. Mir Jumla
  • C. Ram Singh
  • D. Turbak
Answer: Abu Bakr
Explnation: Abu Bakr was the Mughal commander who led the 1615 invasion and was defeated and killed at the Battle of Bharali.
Q34. Who was the Ahom King during the Moamoriya Rebellion?
  • A. Lakshmi Singha and Gaurinath Singha
  • B. Rudra Singha
  • C. Siva Singha
  • D. Pratap Singha
Answer: Lakshmi Singha and Gaurinath Singha
Explnation: The rebellion started under Lakshmi Singha and intensified under Gaurinath Singha.
Q35. In the Treaty of Yandaboo, which article specifically mentions the King of Ava renouncing claims upon Assam?
  • A. Article 1
  • B. Article 2
  • C. Article 3
  • D. Article 4
Answer: Article 2
Explnation: Article 2 of the Treaty of Yandaboo states that the King of Ava renounces all claims upon and will abstain from future interference with the principality of Assam.
Q36. Who founded the "Srimanta Sankaradeva Kalakshetra"?
  • A. Govt of Assam
  • B. Sankardeva
  • C. Madhavdeva
  • D. Bishnu Rabha
Answer: Govt of Assam
Explnation: It is a cultural institution established by the Government of Assam under the Assam Accord.
Q37. Which Ahom King built the "Umananda Temple"?
  • A. Gadadhar Singha
  • B. Siva Singha
  • C. Rudra Singha
  • D. Pramatta Singha
Answer: Gadadhar Singha
Explnation: Gadadhar Singha built it.
Q38. The "Assam State Museum" was established in:
  • A. 1940
  • B. 1947
  • C. 1950
  • D. 1955
Answer: 1940
Explnation: The Assam State Museum in Guwahati was established in 1940.
Q39. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "Arjuna Award" for Archery?
  • A. Jayanta Talukdar
  • B. Dipankar Bhattacharjee
  • C. Shiva Thapa
  • D. Bhogeswar Baruah
Answer: Jayanta Talukdar
Explnation: Jayanta Talukdar won the Arjuna Award for Archery.
Q40. Who was the "Bor Raja" whose persecution of Sudra Mahantas fueled discontent prior to the rebellion?
  • A. Queen Kuranganayani
  • B. Queen Phuleswari
  • C. Queen Ambika
  • D. Queen Sarbeswari
Answer: Queen Phuleswari
Explnation: Queen Phuleswari, acting as the "Bor Raja," insulted Sudra Mahantas by forcing them to participate in Shakta rituals, which deeply alienated the Vaishnavite subjects.
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