Assam 100 GK Quiz Questions Latest Edition

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In this article, we have provided 100 latest edition Assam GK questions with answers. Assam is a beautiful state in northeastern India, and is famous for its lush tea gardens, rich wildlife, and ancient heritage. The bustling city of Guwahati, is home to vibrant silk markets and the sacred Kamakhya Temple perched on a hill. In the middle of the mighty Brahmaputra River, Peacock Island hosts the serene Umananda Temple. Dispur, the state capital, is a part of Guwahati. Nearby, you can explore the historic pilgrimage town of Hajo and the fascinating ruins of Madan Kamdev, an ancient temple complex filled with stories of the past

Let’s dive into the history of “the peerless land”- Assam!

Table of Content:

1. Formation GK Questions

2. Administrative and Politics GK Questions

3. State Symbols GK Questions

4. History GK Questions

5. Geography GK Questions

6. Agriculture GK Questions

7. Art and Culture GK Questions

8. Economy GK Questions

9. Forests and Wildlife GK Questions

10. Tourism GK Questions

       

Formation GK Questions

1. When was Assam formed?

           Ans–  26th January, 1950

2. What is the nickname given to ‘Assam’?

        Ans-   Landof red river and blue hills

3. What is the capital of Assam?

Ans- Dispur

4. How many districts are there in Assam?

Ans- 35 (5) divisions

5. Which is the largest city in the Northeastern City?

Ans- Guwahati

6. When did Assam became a constituent state of India?

Ans- 1947 (with the partition of India)

7. What is the old name of Assam?

Ans- Kamarupa (according to ancient Indian literature)

8. What is the motto of Assam?

Ans- Joi Aai Axom

(Hail Mother Assam)

9. When was Assam territory separated from Bengal?

Ans- 1874

10. Was Assam among the major eight provinces of British India, true or false?

Ans- True

          

Administrative and Politics GK QUESTIONS

11. Who is the current Chief Minister of Assam?

Ans- Himanta Biswa Sarma

12.  Which party governs Assam?

Ans- Bhartiya Janta Party (BJP)

13.  Who is the Governor of Assam?

Ans- Lakshman Acharya

14.  How many regional divisions does Assam have?

Ans- 5 (each comprising a number of districts)

15. How many elected legislature do Assam have?

Ans- 1

16. The high court of Assam is situated in?

Ans- Guwahati

17. How many regions is Assam divided?

Ans- 3 (headed by a commissioner)

18. Who was the first governor of Independent Assam?

Ans- Sir Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari

19.  Who was the first woman to serve Assam as the CM?

Ans- Anwara Taimur

20. How many members are there in the Assam Legislative Assembly?

Ans- 126

  

State Symbols GK Questions

21. What is the state bird of Assam?

Ans- White-winged wood duck

22. What is the state tree of Assam?

Ans- Hollong

23. What is the state flower of Assam?

Ans- Foxtail orchid

24. What is the state animal of Assam?

Ans- One-horned rhinoceros

25. Which is the biggest river in Assam?

Ans- Brahmaputra

26. What is the state song of Assam?

Ans- “O my dearest country” or “O Mur Apunar Dekh”

27. What is the official language of Assam?

Ans- Assamese

28. Which is the famous festival of Assam?

Ans- Bihu

29. What is the state seal of Assam?

Ans- Oxom Xorkar (Emblem of Assam)

30. What is the state literary society of Assam?

Ans- Assam Sahitya Sabha

                         

History GK Questions

31. Who founded the Ahom Kingdom in Assam?

            Ans- Chaolung Sukaphaa

32. Which dynasty ruled Assam for 600 years?

           Ans- Ahom Dynasty (1228–1826)

33. When marks the beginning of Ancient Assam?

Ans-  4th Century

34. Which movement was held against the illegal immigrants in Assam?

Ans- The Assam Movement (1979-1985)

35. Which Mughal Emperor failed to capture Assam?

Ans- Aurangzeb

36. The name Ahom or Assam was given in?

Ans- 1228 A.D.

37. Which prominent tribal groups were found in Assam during mediaeval period?

Ans- Kacharis, Chutias and Koch

38. Which Treaty was signed in 1826?

Ans- Treaty of Yandaboo

39. When did Assam became a seperate province?

Ans- 1874

40. When did the Guwahati Railway Station established?

Ans- 1900

       

Geography GK Questions

41. How much area is covered by Assam?

Ans- 78,438km² (30,285 sq. miles)

42. How many physiographic divisions does Assam consists?

Ans- 3

43. What is the climate in Assam?

Ans- Tropical Monsoon Climate

44. What is the total population of Assam?

Ans- 3.12Cr (according to Census 2011)

45. What is the sex ratio in Assam (female per 1000 male)

Ans- 958 (Census 2011)

46. What is the literacy rate of Assam?

Ans- 72.19% (according to 2024)

47. How many hospitals are build in Assam?

Ans- 22

48. How many wildlife sanctuaries are there in Assam?

Ans- 22

49. What is the number of households provided employment?

Ans- 52308 (in 2021)

50. How many states is Assam bordered?

Ans- seven

      

Agriculture GK Questions

51. What is the main crop grown in Assam?

Ans- Rice

52. Which variety of Tea is famous in Assam?

           Ans-  Black Tea

53. Which River Valley is most fertile in Assam?

Ans- Brahmaputra and Barak valleys

54. Which fruit is Assam famous for?

Ans- Assam lemon

55. What is the traditional method of rice cultivation called?

Ans- Bullock-ploughed land preparation

56. What is the primary occupation of rural people in Assam?

Ans- Agriculture

57. Which crop is grown extensively during the Rabi season in Assam?

Ans- Wheat

58. What is the name of the festival celebrated for a good harvest?

Ans- Magh Bihu

59. Which spice is widely grown in Assam?

Ans- Ghost Pepper

60. What is the name of the agricultural university in Assam?

             Ans- Assam Agricultural University

61. Which non-food cash crop contributes significantly to Assam’s economy?

Ans- Tea

                 

Art and Culture GK Questions

62. What is the traditional Assamese musical instrument made of bamboo?

Ans- Gogona

63. Which Assamese festival marks the beginning of the sowing season?

Ans- Bohag Bihu

64. What is the traditional Assamese theatre form called?

Ans- Bhaona

65. What is the traditional Assamese musical instrument made of buffalo horn?

Ans- Pepa

66. What is the cultural symbol of Assam?

Ans- Gamucha

67. Which classical dance form originated in Assam?

Ans- Sattriya

68. What is the traditional silk fabric of Assam called?

Ans- Muga

69. What are the natives of Assam called?

Ans- Asomiya

70. Which religion is majorly followed in Assam?

Ans- Hinduism

71. What is the traditional Assamese mask-making art called?

Ans- Mukha Shilpa

                  

Economy GK Questions

72. What is the primary sector employing the majority of Assam’s population?

Ans- Agriculture

73. Which city is known as the commercial hub of Assam?

Ans- Bongaigaon

74. Which neighboring country does Assam share trade relations with?

Ans- Bhutan and Bangladesh

75. What is the main transportation mode for goods within Assam?

Ans- Roadways

76. What is the estimated overall economy of Assam in FY 2021-22

Ans- 9.1 per cent

77. Which industry has contributed the most to the wealth of assam?

Ans- Sericulture and Silk Industry

                  

Forests and Wildlife GK Questions

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78. Which national park in Assam is famous for the one-horned rhinoceros?

Ans- Kaziranga National Park

79. Which river flows through Kaziranga National Park?

Ans- Brahmaputra

80. What is the local name for the Asian elephant in Assam?

Ans- Gonesh

81. Which wildlife sanctuary in Assam is known for its population of hoolock gibbons?

Ans- Hollongapar Gibbon Sanctuary

82. What is the primary tree species in Assam’s tropical wet evergreen forests?

Ans- Hollong

83. Which national park in Assam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a tiger reserve?

Ans- Kaziranga

84. Which insect, known for producing silk, is cultivated in Assam?

Ans- Muga Silkworm

85. What is the primary vegetation type in Assam’s forests?

Ans- Tropical type covering areas of evergreen

86. What is the total number of national parks in Assam?

Ans- Seven

87. Name a reptile species found in Assam.

Ans- Snakes

88. What is the best time to visit Assam for wildlife tourism?

Ans- November to April

89. What is the primary threat to Assam’s wildlife?

Ans- Flooding

         

Tourism GK Questions

90. Which city is known as the gateway to Northeast India?

Ans- Guwahati

91. Name a famous temple in Assam.

Ans- Kamakhya Temple

92. Which hill station in Assam is popular among tourists?

Ans- Haflong

93. What is the significance of Kaziranga National Park?

Ans- Wildlife

94. Which historical site attracts tourists?

Ans- Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

95. Name a popular Assamese dish for travelers to try.

Ans- Masor tenga

96. Which Assamese city is famous for its satras (monastic institutions)?

Ans- Majuli

97. Which is the most visited place ?

Ans- Kaziranga National Park

98. Which is the hill district of Assam?

Ans- Dima Hasao

99. Which is the fastest growing urban centre?

Ans- Jorhat

100. Which is the ancient pilgrimage centre for hindu, islam and buddhism?

Ans- Hajo