Q21. What is the name of the famous one-horned rhino conservation project in Assam?
a) Project Tiger
b) Project Elephant
c) Indian Rhino Vision 2020
d) Assam Rhino Project
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Correct Answer: c) Indian Rhino Vision 2020
Explanation: The Indian Rhino Vision 2020 was a major conservation initiative aimed at increasing the population of one-horned rhinoceros in Assam. Launched in 2005, the project aimed to attain a wild population of 3,000 rhinos in seven protected areas of Assam by 2020. It involved translocation of rhinos and habitat management.
Q22. Which of the following is a famous silk variety produced in Assam?
a) Tussar
b) Muga
c) Eri
d) Both b and c
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Correct Answer: d) Both b and c
Explanation: Assam is famous for producing both Muga and Eri silk. Muga silk, known for its natural golden color, is unique to Assam and protected under Geographical Indication. Eri silk, also known as “Ahimsa silk,” is produced without killing the silkworm. These silk varieties are integral to Assam’s textile heritage and economy.
Q23. What is the name of the largest freshwater island in Assam?
a) Majuli
b) Umananda
c) Dibru Saikhowa
d) Peacock Island
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Correct Answer: c) Dibru Saikhowa
Explanation: Dibru Saikhowa is the largest freshwater island in Assam. It is located in the Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts and is part of the Dibru-Saikhowa National Park. The island is known for its rich biodiversity, including various species of birds, and plays a crucial role in the region’s ecosystem.
Q24. Which of the following dynasties ruled Assam before the Ahom kingdom?
a) Maurya
b) Gupta
c) Pala
d) Varman
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Correct Answer: d) Varman
Explanation: The Varman dynasty ruled ancient Assam (then known as Kamarupa) before the Ahom kingdom. The Varmans ruled from around the 4th to 7th centuries CE. They were followed by other dynasties like the Salastambha and Pala before the Ahoms established their rule in the 13th century.
Q25. What is the name of the first Assamese language newspaper?
a) Asamiya
b) Orunodoi
c) Asam Bani
d) Dainik Asam
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Correct Answer: b) Orunodoi
Explanation: Orunodoi (meaning “The Rising Sun”) was the first Assamese language newspaper. It was first published in January 1846 by American Baptist missionaries. The newspaper played a significant role in the development of modern Assamese literature and journalism, covering various topics including science, current affairs, and religion.
Q26. Which of the following is NOT a major tea-producing district in Assam?
a) Dibrugarh
b) Jorhat
c) Tinsukia
d) Dhubri
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Correct Answer: d) Dhubri
Explanation: Dhubri is not a major tea-producing district in Assam. The major tea-producing districts in Assam include Dibrugarh, Jorhat, Tinsukia, Sivasagar, Golaghat, and Sonitpur. These districts, located primarily in Upper Assam, contribute significantly to Assam’s reputation as one of the world’s largest tea-producing regions.
Q27. What is the name of the traditional Assamese musical instrument similar to a drum?
a) Dhol
b) Pepa
c) Gogona
d) Toka
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Correct Answer: a) Dhol
Explanation: The Dhol is a traditional Assamese musical instrument similar to a drum. It is an integral part of Assamese folk music and dance, particularly during Bihu celebrations. The Dhol is a double-headed drum played with sticks and is often accompanied by other traditional instruments like the pepa (buffalo horn pipe) and toka (bamboo clapper).
Q28. Which of the following is the oldest existing Ahom era monument in Assam?
a) Rang Ghar
b) Talatal Ghar
c) Charaideo Maidam
d) Kareng Ghar
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Correct Answer: c) Charaideo Maidam
Explanation: The Charaideo Maidam, located in Sivasagar district, is considered the oldest existing monument from the Ahom era in Assam. It consists of the burial mounds (maidams) of Ahom kings and nobles. Charaideo was the first capital of the Ahom kingdom and holds great historical and cultural significance.
Q29. What is the name of the harvest festival celebrated by the Bodo community in Assam?
a) Bihu
b) Bwisagu
c) Ali-Ai-Ligang
d) Magh Bihu
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Correct Answer: b) Bwisagu
Explanation: Bwisagu, also known as Baishagu, is the harvest festival celebrated by the Bodo community in Assam. It marks the beginning of the Bodo New Year and is observed in mid-April. The festival includes various rituals, music, dance, and merrymaking, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Bodos.
Q30. Which National Park in Assam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and known for its population of one-horned rhinoceroses?
a) Kaziranga National Park
b) Manas National Park
c) Nameri National Park
d) Orang National Park
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Correct Answer: a) Kaziranga National Park
Explanation: Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its significant population of one-horned rhinoceroses. It is located in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of Assam and is also home to tigers, elephants, and various bird species.