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. Which ancient king of Assam claimed descent from both Narakasura and Bhagadatta?
[A] Bhaskaravarman
[B] Banasura
[C] Ratnapala
[D] Kumar Bhaskaravarman
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Correct Answer: A [Bhaskaravarman]
Notes:
Bhaskaravarman, a prominent king of Kamarupa, claimed descent from Narakasura and Bhagadatta to validate his sovereignty, as referenced in the Nidhanpur copper plate inscription.
12. Which part of Assam was the core area of the ancient Kamarupa kingdom?
[A] Western Assam
[B] Eastern Assam
[C] Central Assam
[D] Southern Assam
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Correct Answer: A [Western Assam]
Notes:
Western Assam, especially the Guwahati region, was the political and cultural center of ancient Kamarupa.
13. Which title did Bhaskaravarman assume in his copperplate inscriptions?
[A] Maharaja
[B] Samrat
[C] Maharajadhiraja
[D] Rajadhiraja
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Correct Answer: C [Maharajadhiraja]
Notes:
Bhaskaravarman called himself “Maharajadhiraja” in his copperplate grants, signifying supreme sovereignty over Kamarupa.
14. Which dynasty succeeded the Mlechchha dynasty in ruling Kamarupa?
[A] Varman dynasty
[B] Chutia dynasty
[C] Ahom dynasty
[D] Pala dynasty
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Correct Answer: D [Pala dynasty]
Notes:
The Pala dynasty followed the Mlechchha dynasty, ruling Kamarupa from the late 9th to 12th century CE.
15. Under which ruler did the Pala dynasty of Kamarupa attain its greatest extent and prosperity?
[A] Brahmapala
[B] Harsha Pala
[C] Indrapala
[D] Ratnapala
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Correct Answer: D [Ratnapala]
Notes:
Ratnapala was the most distinguished Pala king of Kamarupa; he moved the capital to Durjaya and strengthened the region’s military and administration.
