Q.1.The Assam government will observe ‘Rhino Day’ on which date to generate public awareness on protection of the one-horned pachyderm?
[A] September 21
[B] September 22
[C] September 23
[D] September 24
Answer: B [September 22]
Q.2.India has signed how much amount of loan agreement with the World Bank for the project “Assam Citizen Centric Service Delivery”?
[A] 39.5 million [B] 39.7 million
[C] 39.2 million [D] 39.4 million
Answer: C [$39.2 million]
Q.3. Match the columns:
(A) Kaziranga National Park (1) Gujarat
(B) Gir National Park (2) Madhya Pradesh
(C) Bandipur National Park (3) Assam
(D) Kanha National Park (4) Karnataka
A B C D
[A] 1 3 4 2
[B] 3 1 4 2
[C] 4 2 1 3
[D] 4 2 3 1
Answer: B [3 1 4 2]
Q.4. The recent Annual Report 2018-19 from the home ministry highlighted the violence in the north-eastern states. In this context, consider the following statements:
- Assam was reported as the most violent state.
- Meitei insurgency is related to the state of Manipur.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Q.5. Barak River flows in which among the following states of India?
- Manipur
- Nagaland
- Mizoram
- Assam
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1, 2 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Q.6. Consider the following statements about Bodo Language:
- It is an official language of Assam
- It is one of the 22 Languages of 8th Schedule of Constitution of India
- It is written in Devanagari Script
Which among the above is / are correct statements?
[A] Only 1
[B] 1 & 2
[C] 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Q.7. Which Assamese film bagged the best movie award at the 3rd Love International Film Festival 2018 in Los Angeles?
[A] Amazon Obhijaan
[B] Xhoihobote Dhemalite
[C] Calendar
[D] Kothanodi
Answer: B [Xhoihobote Dhemalite]
Q.8. Several states in the North-Eastern part of India were carved out by separating them from Assam. Which one of the following pairs is not among them?
[A] Manipur and Meghalaya
[B] Mizoram and Tripura
[C] Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland
[D] Manipur and Tripura
Answer: D [Manipur and Tripura]
Q.9. Conservationists are trying to use the ‘Assamese Gamosa’ to promote the conservation of endangered species. In this context, consider the following statements about the Gamosa:
- It is a traditional dance of Assam.
- Gamosa is used only by the Hindus in Assam.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: C [Neither 1 nor 2 is correct]
Q.10. Which among the following matches of the biosphere reserve and their states are correct?
- Agasthyamalai- Kerala
- Dibru-Saikhowa- Assam
- Dihang Dibang- Arunachal Pradesh
- Nokrek- Meghalaya
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 3
[B] 2 & 4
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Q.11. Mon in Nagaland, Nalbari in Assam, Pasighat in Arunanchal Pradesh & Tura in Meghalaya are known for which of the following activities?
[A] Centers of Bamboo Farming
[B] Centers of Bee Culture
[C] Centers of Handicrafts
[D] None of the above
Answer: C [Centers of Handicrafts]
Q.12. Consider the following lakes with states where they are located:
- Umiam Lake – Meghalaya
- Chandubi Lake – Assam
- Ansupa Lake – Odisha
Which of the above is/are correct?
[A] 1 & 2 Only
[B] 3 Only
[C] 2 & 3 Only
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: D [ 1, 2 & 3]
Q.13. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists:
List I List II
(Resorts) (States)
I. Chakrata (A) Assam
II. Haflong (B) West Bengal
III. Kalimpong (C) Uttar Pradesh
IV. Kufri (D) Himachal Pradesh
Codes:
[A] I-A, II-C, III-B, IV-D
[B] I-C, II-A, III-D, IV-B
[C] I-C, II-A, III-B, IV-D
[D] I-A, II-C, III-D, IV-B
Answer: C [I-C, II-A, III-B, IV-D]
Q.14. With reference to the recent developments regarding the Assam Gas Cracker project, consider the following statements:
- It is included in the Assam Accord.
- It is for production of ethylene.
Which of the above statements is/are true?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Q.15. Which among the following matches of Nuclear Power Stations and their corresponding states are correct?
- Tarapur Atomic Power Station- Maharashtra
- Narora Atomic Power Station- Uttar Pradesh
- Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant- Kerala
- Kakrapar Atomic Power Station- Assam
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 2 & 3
[C] 2 & 4
[D] 1, 3 & 4
Answer: A [1 & 2]
Q.16. Among Meghalaya , Sikkim, Nagaland, & Assam , how many states were initially given status of autonomous states and subsequently made full fledged states?
[A] 1
[B] 2
[C] 3
[D] 4
Answer: B [2]
Q.17. Consider the following pairs of hills with their states:
- Khandadhar – Odisha
- Biligiriranga – Karnataka
- Lushai – Assam
Which of the above is/are correctly matched?
[A] 1 Only
[B] 1 & 2 Only
[C] 1, 2 & 3
[D] None
Answer: B [1 & 2 Only]
Q.18. With respect to a study highlighting the success of North East Rural Livelihood Project, consider the following statements about the scheme:
- The project uses community development groups (CDG) to create development plans.
- The project is implemented in Assam.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: A [Only 1 is correct]
Q.19. With regards to the recent birth of a one horned rhinoceros in Manas National Park, following statements:
- The Indian Rhino Vision 2020 was introduced by the Assam Government.
- It seeks to increase rhino population through translocation.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: D [Both 1 and 2 are correct]
Q.20. Which among the following matches of farming area and their state are correct?
- Maidan- Karnataka
- Char- Assam
- Doab- Punjab
- Terai- Uttar Pradesh
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 1, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Q.21. The Assam Government has signed an MoU with National Building Construction Corporation (NBCC) for construction of Twin Tower Trade Centre in Guwahati. Where is the headquarters of NBCC is located?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Kochi
[C] Chennai
[D] Kanpur
Answer: A [New Delhi]
Q.22. With respect to Karam Puja festival consider the following statements:
- Karam Puja is the important festival of tea tribe communities of Assam
- It is celebrated on the night of Bhado Ekadasi generally in the mid of August
- It is basically an agriculture related festival
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] Only 1 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Q.23. In context of India’s policy on handling illegal immigration issue, which of the following statements are correct?
- The central government sets up detention centres in different states.
- The detention centres in Assam are managed according to Assam Jail manual.
- The children in detention centres are to be provided education within the premises itself according to the government guidelines.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 2 and 3
[B] 1 and 2
[C] 2 only
[D] None of the above
Answer: D [None of the above]
Q.24. The Assam Rifles force has constructed a war memorial for personnel killed during insurgency, in which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Nagaland
[C] Mizoram
[D] Arunachal Pradesh
Answer: B [Nagaland]
Q.25. The first tea company in Assam was established in which of the following year?
[A] 1835
[B] 1837
[C] 1839
[D] 1841
Answer: B [1837]