Top 100 History And Heritage Of Assam Gk Questions And Answers For Competitive Exams.

Learn about the state’s unique Sattriya dance, Muga silk heritage, historic battles, and notable personalities like Srimanta Sankardev and Lachit Borphukan. This guide highlights Assam’s evolving identity, preserving cultural and architectural treasures while bridging the gap between traditional heritage and modern history, making it an essential resource for aspirants and enthusiasts.

Top 100 History and Heritage of Assam GK Questions and Answers

Category 1: GK Questions and Answers on Ancient Assam and Early Civilizations of Assam.

1. Q: Which ancient kingdom is considered the earliest in Assam?

   A: Pragjyotishpura Kingdom.

2. Q: Who was the legendary king of ancient Assam known for his military prowess?

   A: Bhaskaravarman.

3. Q: Which dynasty ruled Assam in the 6th century AD?

   A: Varman Dynasty.

4. Q: What is the name of the capital of Kamarupa Kingdom?

   A: Pragjyotishpura (modern Guwahati).

5. Q: Which dynasty followed the Varmans in Kamarupa?

   A: Mlechchha Dynasty.

6. Q: Which ancient kingdom was known for trade with Bengal and Southeast Asia?

   A: Kamarupa Kingdom.

7. Q: Who authored the historical text “Harshacharita” that mentions Assam?

   A: Banabhatta.

8. Q: Which river was considered sacred in ancient Assam?

   A: Brahmaputra River.

9. Q: Which religion was prominent in ancient Assam?

   A: Hinduism and Buddhism.

10. Q: Which ancient kingdom in Assam had coins called “Kamarupa coins”?

    A: Kamarupa Kingdom.

Category 2: GK Questions and Answers on Medieval Assam and Ahom Dynasty of Assam.

11. Q: Which dynasty ruled Assam for nearly 600 years?

    A: Ahom Dynasty.

12. Q: Who founded the Ahom kingdom in Assam?

    A: Sukaphaa.

13. Q: In which year did Sukaphaa establish the Ahom kingdom?

    A: 1228 AD.

14. Q: Which battle stopped the Mughal expansion in Assam?

    A: Battle of Saraighat.

15. Q: Who led the Ahoms to victory in the Battle of Saraighat?

    A: Lachit Borphukan.

16. Q: What is the main administrative system introduced by the Ahoms?

    A: Paik system.

17. Q: Which script was used during Ahom rule for official purposes?

    A: Ahom script.

18. Q: Who compiled the Ahom chronicles called “Buranjis”?

    A: Royal scribes of the Ahom court.

19. Q: Which Ahom king was known for introducing the first systematic land revenue system?

    A: Rudra Singha.

20. Q: Which religion was patronized by Ahom rulers?

    A: Initially Ahom religion, later Hinduism.

Category 3: GK Questions and Answers on Colonial of Assam.

21. Q: When did Assam come under British control?

    A: 1826, after the Treaty of Yandabo.

22. Q: Which war led to British annexation of Assam?

    A: First Anglo-Burmese War.

23. Q: What treaty ended the Burmese occupation of Assam?

    A: Treaty of Yandabo.

24. Q: Who was the first British Commissioner of Assam?

    A: David Scott.

25. Q: Which year was Assam made a separate province by the British?

    A: 1874.

26. Q: Which crop cultivation did the British promote in Assam?

    A: Tea plantations.

27. Q: Which city became the capital of colonial Assam?

    A: Shillong (initially), later Dispur.

28. Q: Which rebellion occurred in Assam against the British in 1828?

    A: Phulaguri Uprising.

29. Q: Which industry expanded under the British in Assam?

    A: Tea and oil industries.

30. Q: Which river trade route did the British develop for Assam?

    A: Brahmaputra River.

Category 4: GK Questions and Answers on Freedom Movement in Assam.

31. Q: Who was the first president of Assam Pradesh Congress Committee?

    A: Chabilal Upadhyaya.

32. Q: Which movement in Assam was part of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

    A: Civil Disobedience Movement.

33. Q: Who was a prominent freedom fighter from Assam known as the “Lal Bahadur of Assam”?

    A: Gopinath Bordoloi.

34. Q: Which event marked Assam’s participation in the Quit India Movement?

    A: Strikes and boycotts in 1942.

35. Q: Who led the Khutiakhatra movement against British landlords?

    A: Kanaklata Barua.

36. Q: Which Assamese revolutionary was martyred during the Quit India Movement?

    A: Kanaklata Barua.

37. Q: Which social reformer promoted education alongside the freedom struggle?

    A: Gopinath Bordoloi.

38. Q: When did Assam become a constituent part of India?

    A: 15 August 1947.

39. Q: Which political party led Assam post-independence?

    A: Indian National Congress.

40. Q: Which organization preserved Assamese culture during British rule?

    A: Asam Sahitya Sabha.

Category 5: GK Questions and Answers on Cultural Heritage of Assam.

41. Q: Which classical dance form originates from Assam?

    A: Sattriya.

42. Q: Who introduced Sattriya dance?

    A: Srimanta Sankardev.

43. Q: Which form of traditional theater is famous in Assam?

    A: Ankiya Naat.

44. Q: Which Assamese festival is considered the cultural identity of the state?

    A: Rongali Bihu.

45. Q: Which river island is a center of Assamese cultural heritage?

    A: Majuli.

46. Q: Which monastery tradition did Sankardev establish in Assam?

    A: Vaishnavite Satras.

47. Q: What is the traditional Assamese musical instrument?

    A: Pepa.

48. Q: Which handloom product is a part of Assam’s heritage?

    A: Muga silk.

49. Q: What is the historical significance of Sualkuchi?

    A: It is known as the “Manchester of Assam” for silk weaving.

50. Q: Which dance and music form is performed during Bihu?

    A: Bihu dance and Bihu songs.

Category 6: GK Questions and Answers on Temples and Religious Heritage of Assam.

51. Q: Which is the oldest temple in Assam?

    A: Hajo Powa Mecca and Hayagriva Madhava Temple.

52. Q: Where is Kamakhya Temple located?

    A: Guwahati.

53. Q: Which river is sacred for Kamakhya Temple?

    A: Brahmaputra.

54. Q: Which festival is celebrated at Kamakhya Temple?

    A: Ambubachi Mela.

55. Q: Which Vaishnavite monastery is famous in Majuli?

    A: Auniati Satra.

56. Q: Who founded Auniati Satra?

    A: Sri Sri Niranjan Dev.

57. Q: What is the main religious sect of Assam?

    A: Ekasarana Vaishnavism.

58. Q: Which temple is famous for the Hayagriva idol?

    A: Hayagriva Madhava Temple, Hajo.

59. Q: Which heritage site in Assam is UNESCO-recognized?

    A: Kaziranga National Park (cultural connections with Ahom heritage).

60. Q: Which temple in Assam is known for Durga worship?

    A: Basistha Temple, Guwahati.

Category 7: GK Questions and Answers on Ahom Architecture and Monuments of Assam.

61. Q: What is the main feature of Ahom architecture?

    A: Use of stone and brick with ornamental carvings.

62. Q: Which palace was built by Ahom kings in Sivasagar?

    A: Rang Ghar.

63. Q: What is Talatal Ghar famous for?

    A: Underground tunnels and military architecture.

64. Q: Who built Rang Ghar?

    A: Swargadeo Rudra Singha.

65. Q: Which structure in Sivasagar served as an arsenal?

    A: Talatal Ghar.

66. Q: Which water tank was built by Ahom rulers in Sivasagar?

    A: Sivasagar Tank.

67. Q: Which Ahom king constructed the Sivasagar Shiva Temple?

    A: Swargadeo Rudra Singha.

68. Q: What is the historical importance of Gargaon Palace?

    A: Former capital of Ahom kingdom.

69. Q: Which fort in Assam was used to defend against Mughals?

    A: Garhgaon Fort.

70. Q: Which Ahom architectural site is UNESCO tentative listed?

    A: Ahom Monuments of Sivasagar.

Category 8: GK Questions and Answers on Modern History of Assam.

71. Q: When was Assam divided to form Nagaland?

    A: 1963.

72. Q: When was Meghalaya separated from Assam?

    A: 1972.

73. Q: Which movement led to Assam Agitation in the 1970s–1980s?

    A: Anti-foreigners movement.

74. Q: Who was a prominent leader during Assam Agitation?

    A: Prafulla Kumar Mahanta.

75. Q: Which treaty settled the Assam Accord?

    A: Assam Accord, 1985.

76. Q: Who became the first Chief Minister after Assam Accord?

    A: Prafulla Kumar Mahanta.

77. Q: When was Bodoland Territorial Council formed?

    A: 2003.

78. Q: Which Assamese writer received the Jnanpith Award for literature?

    A: Indira Goswami.

79. Q: Which political party has dominated Assam post-independence?

    A: Indian National Congress.

80. Q: When did Dispur become the capital of Assam?

    A: 1973.

Category 9: GK Questions and Answers on Heritage Sites and Museums of Assam.

81. Q: Which museum preserves Assam’s art and history?

    A: Assam State Museum, Guwahati.

82. Q: What is the historical importance of Kamalabari Satra?

    A: Center of Vaishnavite culture in Majuli.

83. Q: Which archaeological site in Assam has megalithic structures?

    A: Daojali Hading.

84. Q: Which heritage site commemorates Ahom victory over Mughals?

    A: Saraighat Fort.

85. Q: Which place is famous for Sivasagar monuments?

    A: Sivasagar town.

86. Q: Which wildlife heritage site also reflects Ahom cultural heritage?

    A: Kaziranga National Park.

87. Q: Which museum showcases tea heritage of Assam?

    A: Tea Museum, Jorhat.

88. Q: Which site is famous for traditional Assamese crafts and textiles?

    A: Sualkuchi Silk Village.

89. Q: Which festival preserves Assam’s intangible cultural heritage?

    A: Bihu.

90. Q: Which site is known for both religious and architectural heritage?

    A: Hajo pilgrimage center.

Category 10: GK Questions and Answers on Notable Personalities in History & Heritage of Assam.

91. Q: Who was the first Assamese to receive the Jnanpith Award?

    A: Birendra Kumar Bhattacharya.

92. Q: Who is known as the father of Assamese modern literature?

    A: Lakshminath Bezbaroa.

93. Q: Which freedom fighter from Assam was martyred in 1942?

    A: Kanaklata Barua.

94. Q: Who was a prominent Ahom general during the Battle of Saraighat?

    A: Lachit Borphukan.

95. Q: Which Assamese saint propagated Ekasarana Vaishnavism?

    A: Srimanta Sankardev.

96. Q: Who wrote the Assamese national anthem?

    A: Lakshminath Bezbaroa (song popularized culturally).

97. Q: Who is known for modern Assamese journalism?

    A: Hemchandra Barua.

98. Q: Which Ahom king expanded the kingdom significantly?

    A: Rudra Singha.

99. Q: Who promoted Sankari Satra tradition in Assam?

    A: Madhabdev.

100. Q: Which modern historian documented Assam’s colonial history?

     A: S. L. Baruah.

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