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

Q61. Who was the first Assamese to receive the "Sahitya Akademi Fellowship"?
  • A. Nilmani Phookan
  • B. Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya
  • C. Indira Goswami
  • D. Homen Borgohain
Answer: Nilmani Phookan
Explnation: Nilmani Phookan received the Sahitya Akademi Fellowship.
Q62. The "Majuli Island" is the largest river island in the world. It is located in which district?
  • A. Majuli
  • B. Jorhat
  • C. Sivasagar
  • D. Lakhimpur
Answer: Majuli
Explnation: Majuli is now a separate district.
Q63. The "Tipam Raja" title was typically held by:
  • A. King's relatives
  • B. Ministers
  • C. Generals
  • D. Priests
Answer: King's relatives
Explnation: The title of Tipam Raja was conferred upon the reigning king's heirs or near relatives, giving them administrative experience.
Q64. The "Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary" is located in:
  • A. Kamrup (Metro)
  • B. Kamrup (Rural)
  • C. Morigaon
  • D. Darrang
Answer: Kamrup (Metro)
Explnation: Amchang is located in Kamrup Metropolitan district.
Q65. The "Manas National Park" was declared a World Heritage Site in:
  • A. 1985
  • B. 1973
  • C. 1990
  • D. 2000
Answer: 1985
Explnation: UNESCO declared it a World Heritage Site in 1985.
Q66. Which dynasty ruled Kamarupa immediately following the fall of the Danava dynasty?
  • A. Varman Dynasty
  • B. Pala Dynasty
  • C. Bhauma Dynasty
  • D. Mlechchha Dynasty
Answer: Bhauma Dynasty
Explnation: Historically and mythologically, the Danava Dynasty was replaced by the Bhauma Dynasty, which was founded by Narakasura after he killed the last Danava king, Ghatakasura.
Q67. Which city was the capital of the Ahom Kingdom before Jorhat?
  • A. Rangpur
  • B. Garhgaon
  • C. Charaideo
  • D. Sivasagar
Answer: Rangpur
Explnation: Rangpur served as the capital before it was shifted to Jorhat due to rebellions.
Q68. Which Ahom King refused to pay the remaining war indemnity to the Mughals, sparking the 1667 conflict?
  • A. Chakradhwaj Singha
  • B. Jayadhwaj Singha
  • C. Udayaditya Singha
  • D. Gadadhar Singha
Answer: Chakradhwaj Singha
Explnation: Chakradhwaj Singha refused to pay the balance indemnity promised by his predecessor, stating "Death is preferable to a life of subordination."
Q69. The "Namghosa" was written by:
  • A. Sankardeva
  • B. Madhavdeva
  • C. Bhattadeva
  • D. Damodardeva
Answer: Madhavdeva
Explnation: Madhavdeva wrote the Namghosa.
Q70. Which Ahom King built the Rangpur capital?
  • A. Siva Singha
  • B. Rudra Singha
  • C. Pramatta Singha
  • D. Rajeswar Singha
Answer: Rudra Singha
Explnation: King Rudra Singha established Rangpur as the capital of the Ahom Kingdom.
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