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.
11. Who wrote the Tungkhungia Buranji about Ahom kings (1751-1806)?
[A] Gadadhar Singha
[B] Srinath Duara Borbarua
[C] Rajeswar Singha
[D] Kamaleswar Singha
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Correct Answer: B [Srinath Duara Borbarua]
Notes:
The Tungkhungia Buranji chronicles Ahom kings from 1751 to 1806. It was authored by Srinath Duara Borbarua, an Ahom minister, and compiled in 1804. The chronicle covers reigns from Rajeswar Singha to Kamaleswar Singha during the Tungkhungia dynasty in Assam.
12. Where was the first tea garden in Assam established?
[A] Jorhat
[B] Chabua
[C] Dibrugarh
[D] Sivasagar
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Correct Answer: B [Chabua]
Notes:
The first tea garden in Assam was established at Chabua, which is in Dibrugarh district. Tea cultivation began in Assam in the early 19th century, with the Assam Tea Company starting commercial planting in 1839 at Chabua. Dibrugarh district is known as the tea capital of the world due to its extensive tea gardens.
13. In which year was the Assam Accord signed?
[A] 1985
[B] 1971
[C] 1990
[D] 1980
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Correct Answer: A [1985]
Notes:
The Assam Accord was signed in 1985 to address illegal immigration in Assam and citizenship issues. It set March 24, 1971, as the cutoff date for detecting and deporting illegal immigrants. The Accord was a result of the Assam Movement demanding action against illegal migrants.
14. Who was the last British-appointed Governor of Assam before 1947 independence?
[A] Sir Robert Reid
[B] Sir Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari
[C] Sir Andrew Fraser
[D] Sir Akbar Hydari
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Correct Answer: B [Sir Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari]
Notes:
Sir Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari served as Assam’s last British-appointed Governor from 1947. He was a member of the Indian Civil Service since 1919 and signed the 1947 Naga peace agreement.
15. Who was the Commander and Vice-President of NDFB involved in 2008 Assam bombings?
[A] Ranjan Daimary
[B] Hagrama Mohilary
[C] Pramod Boro
[D] G Bidai (Bishnu Gayari)
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Correct Answer: D [G Bidai (Bishnu Gayari)]
Notes:
G Bidai, also known as Bishnu Gayari, was the Commander and Vice-president of the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB). He was involved in the 2008 Assam bombings and the 2014 Kokrajhar massacre. G Bidai is on the National Investigation Agency’s most wanted list with a bounty for multiple violent incidents in Assam.
16. Which crop is mainly grown in western Assam due to its non-acidic soil?
[A] Tea
[B] Jute
[C] Coconut
[D] Mustard
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Correct Answer: C [Coconut]
Notes:
Western Assam’s non-acidic soil supports coconut cultivation. Tea is mainly grown in eastern Assam where soil is acidic. Jute and mustard are cultivated but not predominantly in western Assam.
17. Which plateau is partially covered by the Hills district in Assam?
[A] North Cachar Hills Plateau
[B] Karbi Plateau
[C] Shillong Plateau
[D] Mikir Plateau
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Correct Answer: B [Karbi Plateau]
Notes:
The Hills district in Assam covers parts of the southern Karbi Plateau. The plateau’s soils are rich in nitrogen but lack potash and phosphoric acid.
18. In which Assam valley is laterite soil mainly found in the high hills?
[A] Kamrup Valley
[B] Dhansiri Valley
[C] Lohit Valley
[D] Barak Valley
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Correct Answer: D [Barak Valley]
Notes:
Laterite soil in Assam occurs predominantly in the high hills of Barak Valley. This soil supports crops like millets and pulses. Barak Valley is located in southern Assam, unlike the other valleys mentioned.
19. Which Assam airport, built by the British in WWII, serves Dhubri and Kokrajhar?
[A] Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
[B] Jorhat Airport
[C] Tezpur Airport
[D] Rupsi Airport
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Correct Answer: D [Rupsi Airport]
Notes:
Rupsi Airport in Assam was constructed by the British during World War II. It serves the districts of Dhubri and Kokrajhar. The airport spans 447 acres, has a 6,000 feet runway, and accommodates ATR-72 type aircraft. It is jointly developed by the Airports Authority of India and the Indian Air Force.
20. Which is the largest river port on the Brahmaputra River in Assam?
[A] Silghat Port
[B] Jogighopa Port
[C] Dhubri Port
[D] Pandu Port
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Correct Answer: D [Pandu Port]
Notes:
Pandu Port is the largest river port on the Brahmaputra River in Assam. It serves the city of Guwahati and is part of National Waterway-2. The port has facilities such as low and high-level jetties, cranes, and RORO ferry services supporting cargo, passenger, and tourism transport.
