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.
21. Through which Assam district does the Gaurang River enter from Bhutan?
[A] Chirang
[B] Darrang
[C] Bongaigaon
[D] Barpeta
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Correct Answer: A [Chirang]
Notes:
The Gaurang River originates in Bhutan and enters Assam through Chirang district. It is 98 km long and flows through Kokrajhar and Dhubri districts before joining the Brahmaputra River on its right bank.
22. Which Assam forest reserve has Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests in Inner Line Reserve?
[A] Manas
[B] Kaziranga
[C] Hallangapar
[D] Orang
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Correct Answer: C [Hallangapar]
Notes:
Hallangapar Reserve Forest in Assam is noted for its Tropical Semi-Evergreen Forests and is part of the Inner Line Reserve Forests. It contributes to the state’s rich biodiversity and conservation efforts.
23. In which Assam district is Kapla Beel wetland located?
[A] Dibrugarh
[B] Kamrup
[C] Nagaon
[D] Barpeta
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Correct Answer: D [Barpeta]
Notes:
Kapla Beel is a 25-hectare wetland located in Barpeta district of Assam. It contains indigenous fish species like Kawai, Magur, and Singi.
24. Which Indian state is primarily associated with the Khamti tribe?
[A] Arunachal Pradesh
[B] Assam
[C] Nagaland
[D] Manipur
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Correct Answer: A [Arunachal Pradesh]
Notes:
The Khamti tribe mainly resides in Arunachal Pradesh. They belong to the Tai ethnic group. Arunachal Pradesh became a state in 1987. Assam also hosts some Khamti people but in smaller numbers. The tribe practices Theravada Buddhism.
25. Which inheritance system was traditionally followed in Assam?
[A] Dayabhaga
[B] Patrilineal
[C] Matriarchal
[D] Mitakshara
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Correct Answer: D [Mitakshara]
Notes:
Assam traditionally followed both Dayabhaga and Mitakshara systems. Mitakshara system was more prominent in Assam for inheritance matters. The Dayabhaga system was mostly practiced in Bengal, while Mitakshara dominated parts of Assam and other eastern regions. Mitakshara is a Hindu law system allowing joint family inheritance.
26. Which tribe celebrates the Bushu Dima harvest festival with singing and dancing?
[A] Bodo
[B] Karbi
[C] Dimasa Kachari
[D] Mishing
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Correct Answer: C [Dimasa Kachari]
Notes:
Bushu Dima is the annual harvest festival of the Dimasa Kachari tribe celebrated after grain harvest, featuring traditional singing, dancing, and musical instruments like Kharam drums and Muri bugle over three days.
27. In which Assam district are non-Maria brass workers mainly located?
[A] Dibrugarh
[B] Jorhat
[C] Golaghat
[D] Barpeta
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Correct Answer: D [Barpeta]
Notes:
Barpeta district in Assam is known for non-Maria brass workers. Maria brass workers are primarily found in other districts, distinguishing the craft’s regional distribution within Assam.
28. Who was the first female Assamese film artist to portray Joymati at age 14?
[A] Phani Sarma
[B] Binita Borgohain
[C] Aideu Handique
[D] Arati Baruah
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Correct Answer: C [Aideu Handique]
Notes:
Aideu Handique acted as Joymati at age 14 in Jyoti Prasad Agarwala’s 1935 film ‘Joymoti’. She is recognized as the first female film artist from Assam.
29. Where is the Bodoland Martyrs Gold Cup football tournament held?
[A] Kamrup Metropolitan
[B] Dibrugarh
[C] Barpeta
[D] Bodoland Territorial Region
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Correct Answer: D [Bodoland Territorial Region]
Notes:
The Bodoland Martyrs Gold Cup is held in Assam’s Bodoland Territorial Region. It is organized by the Kokrajhar District Sports Association to honor Bodoland martyrs and promote football in the region.
30. After which leader is Nehru Park in Guwahati named?
[A] Bhupen Hazarika
[B] Gopinath Bordoloi
[C] Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi
[D] Jawaharlal Nehru
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Correct Answer: D [Jawaharlal Nehru]
Notes:
Nehru Park in Pan Bazaar, Guwahati, was named after Jawaharlal Nehru in 1995. It showcases Assamese cultural sculptures and has an amphitheatre and rock garden. The land was acquired from Christ Church for this purpose.
