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 is the world’s largest river island facing erosion in Assam?
[A] Majuli
[B] Umananda Island
[C] Orang National Park Island
[D] Chilika Island
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Correct Answer: A [Majuli]
Notes:
Majuli is the largest river island globally and is situated in Assam. It is known for facing severe erosion problems due to flooding and riverbank instability. Majuli has been a cultural and ecological hotspot in Assam, with erosion threatening its existence for decades. The island lies in the Brahmaputra River and is a main site of Assamese culture and biodiversity.
22. Which Assam national park is known for its golden langur population?
[A] Raimona National Park
[B] Orang National Park
[C] Kaziranga National Park
[D] Manas National Park
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Correct Answer: A [Raimona National Park]
Notes:
Raimona National Park in Assam is established to protect the golden langur. It was notified in 2021 in the Bodoland Territorial Region. The golden langur is an endangered primate species endemic to parts of Assam and Bhutan. Other parks like Kaziranga and Manas are famous for rhinoceros and tiger conservation but not primarily known for golden langurs.
23. Which Assam sanctuary is the natural habitat of the Golden Langur?
[A] Manas Wildlife Sanctuary
[B] Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary
[C] Kaziranga National Park
[D] Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary
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Correct Answer: B [Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary]
Notes:
Chakrashila Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam is the primary habitat for the endangered Golden Langur. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1994. The sanctuary is located in the Kokrajhar district of Assam and covers an area of about 45.6 sq km. It sustains diverse flora and fauna, with the Golden Langur being its flagship species.
24. Which indigenous group in Assam’s Karbi Anglong districts is under the Sixth Schedule?
[A] Bodos
[B] Mishing
[C] Dimasa
[D] Karbis
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Correct Answer: D [Karbis]
Notes:
The Karbis are a Tibeto-Burman ethnic group indigenous to Assam’s Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts. They are administered under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution. The Karbis have distinct cultural practices and speak the Karbi language alongside Assamese.
25. Which traditional Assamese rice is used in Bihu celebrations?
[A] Joha Rice
[B] Chinigura Rice
[C] Gobindobhog Rice
[D] Bora Saul
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Correct Answer: D [Bora Saul]
Notes:
Bora Saul is a traditional sticky rice variety commonly used during the Assamese Bihu festival and in Assamese Jolpaan. It is known for its distinctive texture and cultural significance in Assam’s cuisine.
26. Which traditional textile is unique to the Deori tribe of Assam plains?
[A] Gamsa
[B] Deori textile
[C] Arnai
[D] Japi
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Correct Answer: B [Deori textile]
Notes:
Deori textile is distinct with simple designs and subdued colors unique to the Deori tribe in Assam. Gamsa and Arnai are traditional attire associated with the Boro tribe. Japi is a traditional Assamese conical hat, not a textile.
27. Which traditional Assamese ornament resembles a conical hat?
[A] Japi
[B] Dholbiri
[C] Golpota
[D] Pepa
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Correct Answer: A [Japi]
Notes:
Japi is a traditional Assamese ornament designed in the shape of a conical hat. It originates from Assam and is often used as a decorative and functional headgear. The Japi is crafted from bamboo and tokou leaves and has cultural significance in Assamese society.
28. Which classical dance form linked to Vaishnavism became prominent in Assam’s Satras from the 15th century?
[A] Bihu
[B] Bagurumba
[C] Sattriya
[D] Jhumur
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Correct Answer: C [Sattriya]
Notes:
Sattriya dance was created by saint Srimanta Sankardev in the 15th century Assam Satras. It is one of India’s eight classical dance forms and is associated with the Vaishnavite monasteries called Satras.
29. In which Assam district is Sonarai Pujra Geet sung during Sonarai Puja?
[A] Dibrugarh
[B] Kamrup
[C] Goalpara
[D] Barpeta
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Correct Answer: C [Goalpara]
Notes:
Goalpara district in Assam is known for Sonarai Pujra Geet, sung by cattle rearers during Sonarai Puja. Sonarai Puja is a traditional festival observed by communities involved in cattle rearing in this region. Goalpara district is located in the western part of Assam and has diverse cultural practices linked to agriculture and livestock.
30. During which Bihu are traditional Bihu songs primarily sung in Assam?
[A] Magh Bihu
[B] Kati Bihu
[C] Bohag Bihu
[D] Durga Puja
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Correct Answer: C [Bohag Bihu]
Notes:
Bohag (Rongali) Bihu is the spring festival of Assam celebrated in April. Traditional Bihu songs (Bihu Geet/Husari Geet) are mainly sung during this festival. It marks the Assamese New Year and the beginning of the sowing season. Bihu is celebrated thrice a year: Bohag, Kati, and Magh, but songs are most prominent in Bohag Bihu.
