1.According to Area, The Indian State Assam ranked __________ in India.
A. 12th
B. 20th
C. 16th
D. 22th
Solution
The Correct Answer is Option 3, i.e. 16th.
- According to Area, The Indian State Assam ranked 16th in India.
- Assam occupies an area measuring 78,438 km2 (30,285 sq mi).
- Guwahati is the largest metropolitan area and urban conglomeration in Assam, administered under the highest form of the local urban body-Guwahati Municipal Corporation.
- The state is bounded to the north by Bhutan and Arunachal Pradesh; to the east by Nagaland and Manipur; to the south by Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram and Bangladesh; and to the west by the Siliguri Corridor by West Bengal.
2. According to the 2011 Census data, the Indian state of Assam is ranked ____ in India in terms of the population.
A. 12th
B. 18th
C. 23th
D. 15th
Solution
The Correct Answer is Option 4, i.e. 15th.
- According to the 2011 census Assam’s total population was 31,169,272.
- In the last ten years, the state’s overall population has grown from 26,638,407 to 31,169,272 with a growth rate of 16.93 per cent.
- Of the 33 districts, eight districts reported an improvement in the decadal rate of population growth.
- In 2011, the state literacy rate was 73.18%. The rate of male literacy was 78.81% and the rate of female literacy was 67.27%.
- In 2001, the census recorded 63.3% of literacy in Assam with 71.3% of male literacy and 54.6% of female literacy.
3. State tree of Assam is
A. Hollong
B. Neem
C. Peepa
D. None of these
Solution
The correct answer is Hollong
- Hollong is the State Tree of Assam.
- Hollong is a medium hardwood, timber tree.
- It grows naturally in forests of upper Assam and Arunachal Pradesh. Hollong is a sacred tree for the Moran community of Assam.
- Today Hollong is used in plywood industries.
4. Which State lies towards the North of Assam?
A. Arunachal Pradesh
B. Meghalaya
C. Sikkim
D. Nagaland
Solution
The correct answer is option 1.
Key Points
- Arunachal Pradesh lies to the north of Assam.
- It is bordered by Assam to the south and is known for its diverse cultures, mountainous terrain, and strategic location near the China border.
- Meghalaya lies to the south of Assam, while Nagaland is to the east and Sikkim is to the northwest.
5. State of Assam shares borders with how many other countries and Indian states respectively ?
A. 2 countries and 6 Indian states respectively
B. 2 countries and 7 Indian states respectively
C. 3 countries and 7 Indian states respectively
D. 3 countries and 6 Indian states respectively
Solution
The correct answer is 2 countries and 7 Indian states respectively.
Key Points
- Assam shares its borders with 2 countries:
- **Bangladesh** – Assam shares an international boundary of approximately **263 km** with Bangladesh.
- **Bhutan** – Assam shares an international boundary of **267 km** with Bhutan.
- Assam shares its borders with 7 Indian states:
- **Arunachal Pradesh** – Located to Assam’s northeast.
- **Nagaland** – Situated to Assam’s east.
- **Manipur** – To the southeastern part of Assam.
- **Mizoram** – Found in the southern region of Assam.
- **Tripura** (shares a short boundary with Assam).
- **Meghalaya** – Positioned in the south-central region of Assam.
- West Bengal shares a small border with Assam in the northwestern part near the Siliguri Corridor (Chicken’s Neck).
- Assam’s strategic geographic location makes it a vital gateway to the northeastern region of India, connecting the region to the rest of the country.
- The state is known for its rich biodiversity and natural resources, with the **Brahmaputra River** flowing through it, significantly influencing its geography and economy.
- Assam’s boundaries are crucial for both domestic connectivity and international relations due to its proximity to **Bangladesh** and **Bhutan**.
Additional Information
- Borders with Indian States:
- **Arunachal Pradesh** – Shares the longest boundary with Assam, marking a significant cultural and ecological overlap.
- **Nagaland** – Assam and Nagaland share a history of boundary disputes, highlighting the importance of boundary demarcation.
- **Meghalaya** – The Khasi and Jaintia Hills of Meghalaya are adjacent to Assam’s plains, creating a unique geographical interaction.
- **Mizoram** – The boundary with Mizoram brings Assam close to the Tripura-Mizoram corridor, a vital northeastern segment.
- Significance of International Boundaries:
- **Bangladesh** – Assam’s border with Bangladesh has been a crucial trade route and a point of cultural exchange for centuries.
- **Bhutan** – The Bhutan border facilitates economic and cultural exchanges and is vital for India’s strategic interests in South Asia.
- Natural and Strategic Importance:
- The **Brahmaputra River Basin**, shared with both Bhutan and Bangladesh, plays a significant role in agriculture, transportation, and hydropower.
- Assam is the **gateway to the northeastern region** of India, connecting seven northeastern states through its central location.
- Historical Context:
- Post-independence, the boundaries of Assam underwent several changes, leading to the formation of northeastern states like Nagaland, Mizoram, Meghalaya, and Arunachal Pradesh.
- This reorganization has made Assam a central state in terms of connectivity and administration in the region.
6. The longest river bridge in India, the Bhupen Hazarika Setu (Dhola-Sadiya Bridge), connects Assam with which Indian state?
A. Meghalaya
B. Arunachal Pradesh
C. Nagaland
D. Manipur
Solution
The correct answer is Arunachal Pradesh.
Key Points
- The Bhupen Hazarika Setu, famously known as the Dhola-Sadiya Bridge, is an engineering marvel and India’s longest river bridge.
- It spans an impressive 9.15 kilometers over the Lohit River, a major tributary of the Brahmaputra.
- This strategic bridge significantly enhances connectivity between Assam and the state of Arunachal Pradesh.
- Its construction has dramatically reduced travel time and improved accessibility for residents, military personnel, and goods in the border areas.
- The bridge holds immense strategic importance for national security and for boosting economic development in the remote eastern parts of both states.
- It represents a critical piece of infrastructure for regional integration and growth.
7. What is the name of the program launched by the Government of Assam to enhance the quality and service of state highways and major district roads (MDRs)?
A. Assam Vikas Yatra
B. Asom Mala
C. Sadak Sampark Abhiyan
D. Brahmaputra Connectivity Project
Solution
The correct answer is Asom Mala.
Key Points
- The Government of Assam launched the ambitious “Asom Mala” program.
- Its specific objective is to significantly enhance the quality and service standards of the state’s highways and major district roads (MDRs).
- This flagship initiative aims to address critical infrastructure gaps and improve road conditions.
- It also aims to develop alternative corridors and feeder routes, especially in strategically important areas near international borders.
- Asom Mala is envisioned to boost overall road connectivity.
- It seeks to reduce travel times and facilitate smoother movement of goods and people across the state.
- This program is a key component of Assam’s efforts to modernize its transport infrastructure and support economic growth.
8. Which of the following is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Assam and the State’s only Ramsar site besides being an Important Bird Area?
A. Umiam lake
B. Loktak lake
C. Ward’s lake
D. Deepor Beel or Dipor Bil
Solution
The correct answer is Deepor Beel or Dipor Bil.
Key Points
- Deepor Beel or Dipor Bil is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Assam and the State’s only Ramsar site besides being an Important Bird Area.
- It is one of the largest perennial freshwater lakes of Assam, located 10 km southwest of Guwahati city.
- Deepor Beel was designated a Ramsar site in 2002. It is the only lake from Assam to get into the list of important Ramsar wetlands.
- It is a total area of 14 sq km and was declared a Bird Sanctuary in 1989 by the Assam Government.
- An Important Bird Area (IBA) was declared by Birdlife International due to the richness of avian fauna and habituation of many migrant species in the sanctuary.
- Eco-sensitive zone as notified by the MoEFCC (Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change).
Additional Information
| Lake | State |
|---|---|
| Umiam lake | Meghalaya |
| Loktak lake | Manipur |
| Ward’s lake | Meghalaya |
9. Which of the following tribe also known as Lalung is a tribal community and is recognized as Scheduled Tribe in the state of Assam?
A. Khamti Jamaat
B. Nishi Jamat
C. Kachari community
D. Tiwa tribe
Solution
The correct answer is Tiwa tribe.
Key Points
- The Tiwa tribe, also known as Lalung, is a recognized Scheduled Tribe in Assam.
- They are mainly found in the Morigaon, Nagaon, and Kamrup districts of Assam, as well as in parts of Meghalaya.
- They follow their indigenous traditions and culture while also practicing agriculture as their primary occupation.
- Tiwa people celebrate unique festivals like Wansuwa and Jonbeel Mela, which showcase their rich cultural heritage.
Additional Information
- Khamti Jamaat: The Khamti people are a Tai ethnic group mainly found in Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. They are part of the Tai group of tribes and practice Theravada Buddhism.
- Nishi Jamat: The Nishi (or Nyishi) tribe is primarily found in Arunachal Pradesh and is known for its distinct culture, language, and traditions.
- Kachari community: The Kachari people are one of the indigenous ethnic groups of Assam.
10. Which of the following state comes at second position in terms of sharing boundaries with maximum states ?
A. Assam
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Maharashtra
D. None of the above
Solution
The correct answer is Option(1).i.e.Assam.
- Assam comes in the second position in terms of sharing boundaries with maximum states.
- The state shares its boundaries with seven states including two international boundaries with Bhutan and Bangladesh.
- Assam:
- Chief Minister: Sarbananda Sonowal.
- Assam is famous for Assam silk & Assam tea.
- Assam was the first site for oil drilling in Asia.
- Name & Navigation of other states connected with Assam:
- It shares its border with Arunachal Pradesh in the north.
- West Bengal is located in the west of Assam.
- Nagaland and Manipur in the east position.
- Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram in the southern part of Assam.
- Among the seven sisters who share its borders with the rest of the six states, Assam is the only state in India.
11. Which of the following states does not share border with Assam?
A. Nagaland
B. Sikkim
C. Mizoram
D. West Bengal
Solution
The correct answer is option 2.
Key Points
- Sikkim does not share a border with Assam.
- Assam shares borders with Nagaland, Mizoram, and West Bengal, but Sikkim is located to the north of West Bengal and does not share a direct border with Assam.
- Assam shares borders with Nagaland, Mizoram, West Bengal, Arunachal Pradesh, and Meghalaya.
- Sikkim is a small state bordered by West Bengal, Bihar, Nepal, and Bhutan, but not by Assam.
- The geographical location of Sikkim places it slightly to the north of Assam, separated by West Bengal.
12. Which of the following river is known as “Sorrow of Assam”?
A. Subhansiri
B. Teesta
C. Brahmaputra
D. Dhansiri
Solution
The correct answer is Brahmaputra.
- About the Brahmaputra:
- The Brahmaputra river is originated from the southwest Tibet.
- In Tibet the Brahmaputra river originally known as the name Yarlung Tsangpo River.
- In India, Brahmaputra enters through the Arunachal Pradesh which is called Dihang.
- The river runs to the southwest across the Assam basin as the Brahmaputra and towards the south through Bangladesh as the Jamuna.
- The overall length of this mighty river is approximately 1,800 miles or 2,900 km.
- Map view of Brahmaputra river:
- Extra notes about Assam:
- Chief minister: Mr. Sarbananda sonowal.
- Governor: Jagdish Mukhi
- Capital: Dispur.
- Majuli is known as the largest river island in the world.
- In Assam, there is a village called Sualkuchi in Kamrup district, which is often dubbed as the “Manchester of Assam”, because of its huge cottage and textile industry.
- Assam is considered the state in terms of tea production in the whole world. Assam contributes more than half of the total percentage of the country’s total teaproduction.
- Assam is the first state in India where NRC (National register of citizenship) has been done.
13. Which Indian State is the leading producer of tea?
A. Assam
B. West Bengal
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Kerala
Solution
The correct answer is Assam
Key Points
- Assam is the leading producer of tea in India.
- Assam is renowned globally for its Assam tea, known for its robust flavor and bright color.
- The state contributes significantly to India’s total tea production, accounting for more than 50% of the country’s total output.
- The tea industry in Assam plays a crucial role in the state’s economy, providing employment to a large number of people.
- Other tea-producing states in India include West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, but none match Assam’s production volume.
Additional Information
- India is the second-largest producer of tea in the world, after China.
- The tea industry in India dates back to the British colonial era, with the first commercial plantations set up in Assam in the early 19th century.
- Tea from Assam is often sold as “single origin” tea, meaning it comes from a single geographical area, which enhances its market value.
- The state’s geographical conditions, with its rich loamy soil, ideal climate, and abundant rainfall, contribute to the high quality of Assam tea.
- In addition to economic benefits, the tea industry in Assam also plays a role in the state’s cultural identity and heritage.
14. Which of the following statements is correct ?
A. Sikkim shares border with Assam.
B. Sikkim lies towards the west of Assam
C. Assam shares borders with Sikkim and Meghalaya.
D. Bangladesh and Sikkim touch the borders of Assam.
Solution
The correct answer is Option 2.
Key Points
- Sikkim does not share a border with Assam. It is separated by the state of West Bengal.
- Sikkim lies to the west of Assam geographically, which makes Option 2 the correct statement.
- Assam shares borders with Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, and West Bengal, but not with Sikkim.
- Bangladesh touches the border of Assam, but Sikkim does not.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option 2.
Explanation: Sikkim is a small state located in the northeastern part of India, surrounded by Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. Assam, on the other hand, is located to the east of Sikkim, separated by West Bengal. The two states do not share a direct border.
Additional Information
- Option 1: Incorrect, as Sikkim does not share a border with Assam.
- Option 3: Incorrect, as Assam does not share a border with Sikkim. It does, however, share borders with Meghalaya.
- Option 4: Incorrect, as Bangladesh touches Assam’s border, but Sikkim does not.
- Option 5: Not provided in the question, so irrelevant.
15. What is the area of Assam?
A. 78,438 sq. km.
B. 88,438 sq. km.
C. 98,000 sq. km.
D. None of these
Solution
Assam is a state in Northeast India, situated south of the eastern Himalayas along the Brahmaputra and Barak River valleys. Assam covers an area of 78,438 km2 (30,285 sq mi). The state is bordered by Bhutan and the state of Arunachal Pradesh to the north; Nagaland and Manipur to the east; Meghalaya, Tripura, Mizoram and Bangladesh to the south; and West Bengal to the west via the Siliguri Corridor.
16. Which of the following countries does Assam share international border with ?
A. Thailand
B. Bhutan
C. China
D. Nepal
Solution
The correct answer is option 2.
Key Points
- The Indian state of Assam shares an international border with Bhutan and Bangladesh.
- Among the given options, only Bhutan is correct.
- Assam does not share borders with Thailand, China, or Nepal.
- Neighboring Indian states of Assam include Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, Tripura, Meghalaya, and West Bengal.
17. What is the literacy rate of Assam?
A. 73.18%
B. 78.69%
C. 69.44%
D. 76.79%
Solution
The Correct Answer is Option 1, i.e. 73.18%.
- The state literacy rate was 73.18 per cent in 2011. The rate for male literacy was 78.81% and the rate for female literacy was 67.27%.
- The census reported 63.3% of literacy in Assam in 2001 with 71.3% of male literacy and 54.6% of female literacy. The rate of urbanisation was 12.9 per cent.
- 61.47 per cent were Hindus, and 34.22 per cent were Muslims, according to the 2011 census.
- According to the 2011 census Assam’s total population was 31,169,272.
- In the last ten years, the state ‘s overall population has grown from 26,638,407 to 31,169,272 with a growth rate of 16.93 per cent.
18. Which direction does the river Brahmaputra flow in Assam ?
A. East to West
B. West to East
C. North to South
D. South to North
Solution
The correct answer is option 1.
Key Points
- The Brahmaputra River enters Assam from Arunachal Pradesh in the east and flows towards the west across the state.
- It later turns south-west near Guwahati before entering Bangladesh.
- West to East, North to South, and South to North are incorrect for its flow through Assam.
19. Which of the following places in Assam is famous for its Oil refinery?
A. Barpeta
B. Jorhat
C. Bongaigaon
D. Goalpara
Solution
The correct answer is option 3) i.e. Bongaigaon.
- Bongaigaon Refinery (BGR) is the 8th refinery of IndianOil.
- Consequent upon the amalgamation of Bongaigaon Refinery & Petrochemicals Limited (BRPL) with IndianOil on 25th March 2009, it became the eighth largest refinery of IndianOil and came to be known as IndianOil, Bongaigaon Refinery.
- The refinery has a uniqueness of its own with an existence of over 45 long years, Bongaigaon Refinery have been serving the energy needs of the state along with the rest of the nation.
- Situated amidst its spectacular beauty in the Chirang district of Assam, it is about 200 km west from the state capital Guwahati.
- The Digboi Refinery was set up at Digboi in 1901 by Assam Oil Company Ltd. The Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOC) took over the refinery and marketing management of Assam Oil Company Ltd. with effect from 1981 and created a separate division.
20. Which of the following hill stations in North-East India is popularly known as the “Valley of Flowers” ?
A. Haflong
B. Pelling
C. Tawang
D. Yumthang
Solution
The Correct Answer is Yumthang.
Key PointsYumthang:
- State: Sikkim.
- Sikkim Valley of Flowers Sanctuary is present here.
- Elevation: 3700m.
Additional InformationHaflong:
- State: Assam.
- Elevation: 966m.
- It is the only hill station of Assam.
Pelling:
- State: Sikkim.
- Elevation: 1800m.
Tawang:
- State: Arunachal Pradesh.
- Elevation: 3048m.
Yuksom:
- State:Sikkim.
- Elevation: 1780m.