30 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) related to Ancient Assam, along with answers and explanations:
1/ What is the ancient name of Assam?
- A) Pragjyotisha
- B) Kalinga
- C) Magadh
- D) Vatsa
- Answer: A
- Explanation: Pragjyotisha was the ancient name of Assam.
02/ Who was the founder of the Kamarupa Kingdom in ancient Assam?
- A) Bhaskarvarman
- B) Suryavarman
- C) Narayanavarman
- D) Pushyavarman
- Answer: A
- Explanation: Bhaskarvarman was the founder of the Kamarupa Kingdom.
03/ The ancient script used in Assam was:
- A) Devanagari
- B) Brahmi
- C) Kharosthi
- D) Pallava
- Answer: B
- Explanation: Brahmi script was used in ancient Assam.
04/ Which Chinese traveler visited Kamarupa during the 7th century AD?
- A) Fa Xian
- B) Xuanzang
- C) Zheng He
- D) Marco Polo
- Answer: B
- Explanation: Xuanzang visited Kamarupa during the 7th century AD.
05/ The Ahom dynasty ruled Assam for how many centuries?
- A) 3
- B) 5
- C) 6
- D) 8
- Answer: D
- Explanation: The Ahom dynasty ruled Assam for approximately 600 years.
06/ The Battle of Saraighat in 1671 was fought between the Ahoms and:
- A) Mughals
- B) Marathas
- C) British
- D) Tibetans
- Answer: A
- Explanation: The Battle of Saraighat was fought against the Mughals.
07/ Which Ahom king is known for building the Kareng Ghar and Talatal Ghar?
- A) Rudra Singha
- B) Siva Singha
- C) Sukapha
- D) Gadadhar Singha
- Answer: B
- Explanation: Siva Singha is credited with building the Kareng Ghar and Talatal Ghar.
08/ What was the religion followed by the people of ancient Assam?
- A) Hinduism
- B) Buddhism
- C) Jainism
- D) Animism
- Answer: D
- Explanation: The people of ancient Assam practiced animism.
09/ The Battle of Itakhuli took place during the rule of which Ahom king?
- A) Sukapha
- B) Rudra Singha
- C) Siva Singha
- D) Gadadhar Singha
- Answer: C
- Explanation: The Battle of Itakhuli occurred during the rule of Siva Singha.
10/ Which Ahom queen is known for her resistance against the Mughals?
- A) Joymoti
- B) Chandraprabha
- C) Rudreswari
- D) Phuleswari
- Answer: A
- Explanation: Joymoti was known for her resistance against the Mughals.
11/ The ancient Assamese festival Bihu is associated with which season?
- A) Winter
- B) Summer
- C) Monsoon
- D) Spring
- Answer: D
- Explanation: Bihu is associated with the spring season.
12/ Which Ahom king is considered the architect of Assamese literature?
- A) Siva Singha
- B) Rudra Singha
- C) Sukapha
- D) Gadadhar Singha
- Answer: B
- Explanation: Rudra Singha is considered the architect of Assamese literature.
13/ The ancient city of Pragjyotisha is identified with modern-day:
- A) Guwahati
- B) Jorhat
- C) Tezpur
- D) Dibrugarh
- Answer: A
- Explanation: Pragjyotisha is identified with modern-day Guwahati.
14/ The Ahom king who embraced Hinduism was:
- A) Suhungmung
- B) Rudra Singha
- C) Sukapha
- D) Siva Singha
- Answer: D
- Explanation: Siva Singha was the Ahom king who embraced Hinduism.
15/ Which dynasty preceded the Ahom dynasty in Assam?
- A) Kachari
- B) Koch
- C) Chutiya
- D) Sutiya
- Answer: D
- Explanation: The Sutiya dynasty preceded the Ahom dynasty.
16/ The ancient Assamese dance form Sattriya is associated with which Vaishnavite saint?
- A) Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
- B) Ramanuja
- C) Madhavdeva
- D) Shankardeva
- Answer: D
- Explanation: Sattriya dance is associated with Shankardeva.
17/ Which Ahom king is credited with building the Kamakhya Temple?
- A) Rudra Singha
- B) Suhungmung
- C) Siva Singha
- D) Pramatta Singha
- Answer: B
- Explanation: Suhungmung is credited with building the Kamakhya Temple.
18/ The ancient Assamese chronicle “Buranjis” were written in which language?
- A) Sanskrit
- B) Assamese
- C) Pali
- D) Ahom
- Answer: D
- Explanation: Buranjis were written in the Ahom language.
19/ Which Mughal emperor invaded Assam in the 17th century?
- A) Akbar
- B) JahangirC)
- Aurangzeb
- D) Shah Jahan
Answer: C Explanation: Aurangzeb invaded Assam in the 17th century.
20/ The Ahom military system known as “Paik” was based on:
- A) Cavalry
- B) Infantry
- C) Navy
- D) Elephants
- Answer: B
- Explanation: The Ahom military system “Paik” was based on infantry.
21/ The ancient Assamese script “Kamrupi” was derived from which script?
- A) Devanagari
- B) Brahmi
- C) Pallava
- D) Kharosthi
- Answer: B
- Explanation: The Kamrupi script was derived from the Brahmi script.
22/ The Battle of Saraighat is considered a turning point against the expansion of which empire?
- A) Gupta Empire
- B) Mughal Empire
- C) Maurya Empire
- D) British Empire
- Answer: B
- Explanation: The Battle of Saraighat is considered a turning point against the Mughal Empire.
23/ Which Ahom queen is known for her contributions to the development of art and culture?
- A) Chandraprabha
- B) Rudreswari
- C) Phuleswari
- D) Joymoti
- Answer: C
- Explanation: Phuleswari is known for her contributions to art and culture.
24/ The ancient Assamese gold coin known as “Ruparaili” was introduced during the reign of:
- A) Rudra Singha
- B) Siva Singha
- C) Sukapha
- D) Gadadhar Singha
- Answer: B
- Explanation: The “Ruparaili” coin was introduced during the reign of Siva Singha.
25/ The ancient trade route connecting Assam with Tibet was known as:
- A) Silk Route
- B) Tea Route
- C) Spice Route
- D) Salt Route
- Answer: D
- Explanation: The trade route connecting Assam with Tibet was known as the Salt Route.
26/ The famous Ahom general Lachit Borphukan is associated with which battle against the Mughals?
- A) Battle of Saraighat
- B) Battle of Itakhuli
- C) Battle of Ghilajharighat
- D) Battle of Panipat
- Answer: A
- Explanation: Lachit Borphukan is associated with the Battle of Saraighat.
27/ The ancient Assamese manuscript “Kirtan Ghosa” is related to:
- A) History
- B) Astronomy
- C) Philosophy
- D) Religious songs
- Answer: D
- Explanation: “Kirtan Ghosa” is related to religious songs.
28/ Which Ahom king is known for introducing the Paik system?
- A) Suhungmung
- B) Rudra Singha
- C) Sukapha
- D) Siva Singha
- Answer: A
- Explanation: Suhungmung introduced the Paik system.
29/ The ancient Assamese weaving tradition known for its intricate designs is called:
- A) Pat
- B) Muga
- C) Eri
- D) Paat
- Answer: D
- Explanation: The ancient weaving tradition with intricate designs is called “Paat.”
30/ Which river is associated with the ancient kingdom of Assam?
- A) Ganga
- B) Yamuna
- C) Brahmaputra
- D) Godavari
- Answer: C
- Explanation: The Brahmaputra River flows through Assam.
Note: The answers and explanations provided are based on general historical knowledge. For specific exam-related content, it’s advisable to refer to official study materials and previous year question papers.