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

Q51. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "Padma Shri" for Environment?
  • A. Jadav Payeng
  • B. Purnima Devi Barman
  • C. Bibhuti Lahkar
  • D. Uddhab Bharali
Answer: Jadav Payeng
Explnation: Jadav Payeng received it.
Q52. The "Matak Kingdom" was recognized by the Ahom government under the leadership of:
  • A. Bharat Singha
  • B. Sarbananda Singha
  • C. Ragha Moran
  • D. Ramakanta
Answer: Sarbananda Singha
Explnation: As a solution to the Moamoriya Rebellion, Purnananda Burhagohain signed a treaty with Sarbananda Singha, recognizing the Matak Kingdom between the Dihing and Brahmaputra rivers.
Q53. Who was the first Ahom King to assume the title "Swargadeo"?
  • A. Suhungmung
  • B. Sukapha
  • C. Pratap Singha
  • D. Rudra Singha
Answer: Suhungmung
Explnation: Suhungmung (Dihingia Raja) was the first Ahom king to assume the Assamese title "Swargadeo" (Heavenly King).
Q54. Who was the last ruler of the Kachari Kingdom?
  • A. Govinda Chandra
  • B. Krishna Chandra
  • C. Tamradhwaj
  • D. Yaso Narayan
Answer: Govinda Chandra
Explnation: Govinda Chandra was the last king of the Kachari kingdom before it was annexed by the British.
Q55. The "Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary" is famous for:
  • A. Golden Langur
  • B. One-horned Rhino
  • C. Tiger
  • D. Elephant
Answer: Golden Langur
Explnation: Chakrashila is a protected habitat for the endangered Golden Langur.
Q56. 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.
Q57. Historian N.N. Acharyya described the Ahom administration as:
  • A. Pure Democracy
  • B. Oligarchical Monarchy
  • C. Dictatorship
  • D. Constitutional Republic
Answer: Oligarchical Monarchy
Explnation: The Ahom system is often described as an "Oligarchical Monarchy" because power was shared between the King and a small group of high nobles (Gohains).
Q58. Who was the Ahom King who fled to Guwahati during the Moamoriya Rebellion?
  • A. Gaurinath Singha
  • B. Lakshmi Singha
  • C. Rudra Singha
  • D. Siva Singha
Answer: Gaurinath Singha
Explnation: King Gaurinath Singha was forced to flee the capital Rangpur and seek refuge in Guwahati due to the intensity of the Moamoriya Rebellion.
Q59. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "Padma Shri" for Music?
  • A. Rameswar Pathak
  • B. Pratima Barua Pandey
  • C. Dipali Borthakur
  • D. Khagen Mahanta
Answer: Pratima Barua Pandey
Explnation: Pratima Barua Pandey received it.
Q60. The "Pani Dihing Bird Sanctuary" is located in:
  • A. Sivasagar
  • B. Jorhat
  • C. Dibrugarh
  • D. Golaghat
Answer: Sivasagar
Explnation: Pani Dihing is a bird sanctuary in Sivasagar.
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