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. Which country shares Assam’s northern border?
[A] Nepal
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Bhutan
[D] China
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Correct Answer: C [Bhutan]
Notes:
Assam shares its northern border with Bhutan. Nepal borders India further west. Bangladesh lies to Assam’s south and southwest. China borders Arunachal Pradesh, not Assam.
22. Near which National Highway is the Mega Food Park located?
[A] NH-27
[B] NH-31
[C] NH-37
[D] NH-44
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Correct Answer: B [NH-31]
Notes:
The Mega Food Park is located near NH-31, about 90 km from Guwahati, Assam. NH-31 is a major highway connecting northeastern states, enhancing connectivity for the park.
23. From which hills does the River Diphlu originate?
[A] Karbi Anglong Hills
[B] Nilgiri Hills
[C] Shillong Plateau
[D] Patkai Hills
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Correct Answer: A [Karbi Anglong Hills]
Notes:
River Diphlu originates from the Karbi Anglong Hills in Assam. It flows through Kaziranga National Park and joins the Brahmaputra River. The river also touches Orang and Dibru Saikhowa National Parks.
24. Which river separates Kamrup Rural district, Assam from Meghalaya?
[A] Manas River
[B] Brahmaputra River
[C] Dhansiri River
[D] Subansiri River
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Correct Answer: B [Brahmaputra River]
Notes:
The Brahmaputra River forms the boundary between Kamrup Rural district in Assam and Meghalaya. Kamrup Rural district was created in 2003 after bifurcating the Undivided Kamrup district. It borders Bhutan and Meghalaya, separated by the Brahmaputra River. The district covers an area of 4,345 sq km and contains the Dipor Bil Wildlife Sanctuary.
25. In which Assam district is the historic Rupsi Airfield located?
[A] Dhubri
[B] Guwahati
[C] Jorhat
[D] Tezpur
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Correct Answer: A [Dhubri]
Notes:
Rupsi Airfield is located in Dhubri district, Assam. It was used by the United States Army Air Forces during World War II and is now abandoned.
26. In which Indian states is the Doyang–Dhansiri Valley located?
[A] Meghalaya & Assam
[B] Arunachal Pradesh & Assam
[C] Assam & Nagaland
[D] Meghalaya & Nagaland
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Correct Answer: C [Assam & Nagaland]
Notes:
The Doyang–Dhansiri Valley is an archaeological site primarily in Assam and parts of Nagaland. It contains artefacts dating from the 2nd to 18th century A.D. that reveal information about ancient Assam’s rulers and cultures.
27. What is the state tree of Assam found in Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests?
[A] Sal (Shorea robusta)
[B] Hollong (Dipterocarpus macrocarpus)
[C] Teak (Tectona grandis)
[D] Neem (Azadirachta indica)
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Correct Answer: B [Hollong (Dipterocarpus macrocarpus)]
Notes:
The Hollong (Dipterocarpus macrocarpus) is Assam’s state tree and the tallest tree in the region. It is predominantly found in Assam’s Tropical Wet Evergreen Forests. This species represents the unique biodiversity of Assam’s forest ecosystems.
28. What was Assam’s literacy rate according to the 2011 Census?
[A] 72.19%
[B] 68.45%
[C] 70.11%
[D] 75.32%
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Correct Answer: A [72.19%]
Notes:
Assam’s literacy rate in the 2011 Census was 72.19%. Male literacy was 77.85% and female literacy was 66.27% at that time.
29. The Ralte tribe is a sub-tribe of which ethnic group in India?
[A] Naga
[B] Kuki
[C] Hmar
[D] Mizo
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Correct Answer: D [Mizo]
Notes:
The Ralte tribe is a sub-tribe of the Mizo ethnic group in India. The Mizo people primarily inhabit the state of Mizoram in Northeast India. They form several sub-tribes, including Ralte, and share cultural and linguistic traits. The Mizo community was officially recognized as a Scheduled Tribe in Mizoram, enabling preservation of their distinct identity and culture.
30. In which Assam river valley is the Koch social group mainly found?
[A] Barak Valley
[B] Dihing Valley
[C] Brahmaputra Valley
[D] Subansiri Valley
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Correct Answer: C [Brahmaputra Valley]
Notes:
The Koch social group in Assam primarily inhabits the Brahmaputra Valley. They originated from ethnic groups such as Bodos, Garos, Tiwas, Karbis, Hajongs, and Chutias. The Brahmaputra Valley is located in Upper Assam and is a major river valley in the state where many tribal communities reside.
