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1. Which river is considered the lifeline of Assam?

A) Brahmaputra

B) Ganges

C) Godavari

D) Yamuna

Answer: A) Brahmaputra

Explanation: The Brahmaputra river is the major river flowing through Assam and is central to its culture and economy.

2. The traditional Assamese silk known for its quality is called?

A) Muga

B) Tussar

C) Eri

D) Pat

Answer: A) Muga

Explanation: Muga silk, produced in Assam, is prized for its natural golden color and durability.

3. Which festival marks the Assamese New Year?

A) Bihu

B) Durga Puja

C) Diwali

D) Holi

Answer: A) Bihu

Explanation: Bohag Bihu marks the Assamese New Year and the beginning of the agricultural season.

4. What is the traditional Assamese boat race called?

A) Nouka Baich

B) Jal Utsav

C) Dhopchani

D) Karai Baich

Answer: A) Nouka Baich

Explanation: Nouka Baich is the traditional boat racing festival of Assam held on the Brahmaputra.

5. Which ancient musical instrument is shaped like a half-moon and significant during Bohag Bihu?

A) Xutuli

B) Harmonium

C) Dholak

D) Tabla

Answer: A) Xutuli

Explanation: The Xutuli is an ancient Assamese wind instrument traditionally used in Bihu celebrations.

6. The traditional Assamese earrings mostly worn by aged women are called?

A) Motabiri

B) Thuriya

C) Loka-paro

D) Japi

Answer: B) Thuriya

Explanation: Thuriya is a type of large traditional earring worn by elderly women in Assam.

7. Who compiled and published the first Anglo-Assamese dictionary?

A) Dr Miles Bronson

B) Jaduramdekabarua

C) Buddhindranath Bhattacharya

D) Lakshminath Bezbaroa

Answer: C) Buddhindranath Bhattacharya

Explanation: Buddhindranath Bhattacharya compiled the first Anglo-Assamese dictionary in 1931.

8. Which Ahom king introduced the Buranji chronicles?

A) Rudra Singha

B) Sukapha

C) Sukhampha

D) Gadadhar Singha

Answer: B) Sukapha

Explanation: King Sukapha, founder of the Ahom kingdom, is credited with starting the historical chronicles called "Buranji."

9. The first Assamese women’s magazine was?

A) Arunodoi

B) Bahi

C) Ghar Jeoti

D) Asom Bani

Answer: C) Ghar Jeoti

Explanation: Ghar Jeoti was the first Assamese magazine for women, focusing on women's issues.

10. What is the name of the first encyclopedia published in the Assamese language?

A) Asomiya Biswakosh

B) Sisu Gyankosh

C) Aadhunik Abhidhan

D) Assam Boli

Answer: A) Asomiya Biswakosh

Explanation: Asomiya Biswakosh, edited by Dr. Kanak Chandra Mahanta in 1980, is the first encyclopedia in Assamese.

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