States PCS: Assam GK Questions for Assam Public Service Commission Exams
For all Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) exams including Combined Competitive Exam (CCE), Junior Administrative Assistant, Inspector of Taxes, and other state government posts.
1. According to historical records, who was the earliest known ruler of Assam?
[A] Bhaskar Varman
[B] Narakasura
[C] Pushyavarman
[D] Mahiranga
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Correct Answer: D [Mahiranga]
Notes:
Mahiranga, of the Danava dynasty, is cited as the earliest ruler in Assam, as per the Kalika Purana.
2. Which port did Bhaskar Varman control according to Hiuen-Tsang?
[A] Gopalpur
[B] Chandraketugarh
[C] Balasore
[D] Tamralipti
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Correct Answer: D [Tamralipti]
Notes:
Hiuen-Tsang recorded that Bhaskar Varman controlled the port of Tamralipti on the Bay of Bengal coast. Tamralipti was an important ancient port in eastern India during his reign in the 7th century.
3. Which dynasty is associated with copper plate inscriptions found at Guwakuchi, Assam?
[A] The Ahom Dynasty
[B] The Varman Dynasty
[C] The Pala Dynasty
[D] The Chutia Dynasty
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Correct Answer: C [The Pala Dynasty]
Notes:
Guwakuchi near Nalbari, Assam, has copper plate inscriptions linked to the Pala dynasty of Kamarupa. Indra Pala, a king of the Pala dynasty, is notably mentioned in these inscriptions discovered in this region.
4. Which kingdom established Barbarua and Barphukan posts in the 16th century?
[A] Mughal Empire
[B] Ahom Kingdom
[C] Vijayanagara Empire
[D] Maratha Empire
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Correct Answer: B [Ahom Kingdom]
Notes:
The Ahom Kingdom created the Barbarua and Barphukan administrative posts in the 16th century to manage expanded territories effectively and decentralize governance in Assam.
5. Who annexed Bengal by killing Ghiyasuddin in 1327-28 AD?
[A] Muhammad Bin Tughlaq
[B] Alauddin Khilji
[C] Firoz Shah Tughlaq
[D] Balban
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Correct Answer: A [Muhammad Bin Tughlaq]
Notes:
Muhammad Bin Tughlaq annexed Bengal in 1327-28 AD after killing Ghiyasuddin. He also led an unsuccessful expedition to Kamarupa-Kamata later. Ghiyasuddin was the Sultan of Bengal before his death during this period.
6. Who founded the Chutia Kingdom in Assam in 1187 CE?
[A] Ramachandra
[B] Birpal
[C] Supratistha
[D] Chandraprabha
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Correct Answer: B [Birpal]
Notes:
Birpal established the Chutia Kingdom in 1187 CE. The kingdom was located in eastern Assam and neighboring areas. It played a major role in the medieval history of Assam until its annexation in the 17th century.
7. During whose reign did the Ahom-Mughal conflict at Bar Nadi and Asurar Ali occur?
[A] Sutamla (Jayadhvaj Singha)
[B] Swargadeo Rudra Singha
[C] Swargadeo Gadadhar Singha
[D] Swargadeo Supangmung
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Correct Answer: A [Sutamla (Jayadhvaj Singha)]
Notes:
The Ahom-Mughal conflict at Bar Nadi and Asurar Ali happened during Sutamla’s reign. Sutamla, also known as Jayadhvaj Singha, ruled during Shah Jahan’s death period. The conflict led to a fixed boundary at Bar Nadi and Asurar Ali, marking a significant event in Ahom-Mughal relations.
8. Who was the Mughal Faujdar defeated by the Ahoms on the Brahmaputra garrison island?
[A] Mir Jumla
[B] Shaista Khan
[C] Azam Khan
[D] Mansur Khan
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Correct Answer: D [Mansur Khan]
Notes:
Mansur Khan was the Mughal Faujdar defeated by the Ahoms on a Brahmaputra garrison island, leading to the recapture of Sarkar Kamrup. Sarkar Kamrup was a Mughal administrative unit in present-day Assam, and the Ahoms fought several battles to reclaim it during the 17th century. The conflict marked a significant resistance against Mughal expansion in northeastern India.
9. Who were the three officials selecting the Ahom kingdom’s king?
[A] Charingia, Dihingia, Namrupia
[B] Barmel, Samaguria, Parvatia
[C] Tungkhungia, Namrupia, Parvatia
[D] Burhagohain, Bargohain, Barpatragohain
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Correct Answer: D [Burhagohain, Bargohain, Barpatragohain]
Notes:
The king of the Ahom kingdom was selected by three Gohains: Burhagohain, Bargohain, and Barpatragohain. These officials played a crucial role in governance and administration during the Ahom rule in Assam. Their decisions were often supported by the Barmel council, which assisted in administrative matters related to succession and governance.
10. Which Ahom king started the practice of maintaining Buranjis?
[A] Suhungmung
[B] Mumai Tamuli
[C] Supaatphaa
[D] Sukaphaa
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Correct Answer: D [Sukaphaa]
Notes:
King Sukaphaa founded the Ahom kingdom and initiated the Buranji chronicles in the Tai-Ahom language. Suhungmung later adopted Assamese in these chronicles. Mumai Tamuli is known for introducing cremation practices, not Buranjis. Supaatphaa did not start the Buranjis tradition.
